Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair, as traders forecast rate hikes in 2026
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly said he wants the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, but investors forecast no chance of a rate cut in 2026....
Key takeaways
- 1Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair; traders forecast zero rate cuts and potential hikes throughout 2026.
- 2CME data shows 3.5% probability of June rate hike, 17% for July, and 67% for December FOMC meetings.
- 3Higher interest rates negatively impact risk assets like Bitcoin and crypto due to reduced monetary stimulus.
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Why it matters
For Indian retail crypto investors, US Fed policy directly influences Bitcoin and crypto valuations—rate hikes typically reduce liquidity and risk appetite globally. With no cuts expected in 2026, Indian investors should anticipate potential headwinds for crypto portfolios in the near term.
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