September 2025 Fed Rate Cut: How Will it Impact the Crypto Market?

Updated
September 17, 2025

Jakarta, Pintu News At its meeting scheduled for September 16-17, the US Federal Reserve is expected to make its first interest rate cut of the cycle. This decision has sparked debate in various markets, including the crypto market.

With expectations of a 25 basis point cut, which would lower the target range of interest rates to 3.75%-4.00%, crypto market participants are waiting to see if this will trigger a price increase or decrease.

The Effect of Interest Rate Cuts on Crypto

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When the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, borrowing costs become cheaper and market liquidity increases. This also impacts the crypto market, where access to margin loans or loans secured by crypto becomes easier. Investors tend to shift from low-yielding bonds to higher-risk assets.

In addition, lower interest rates reduce the opportunity cost of holding non-earning assets, such as Bitcoin (BTC). A weaker US dollar often benefits Bitcoin (BTC), which is often dubbed as “digital gold”, especially when confidence in fiat currencies declines.

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Market Sentiment: Between Bull and Bear

The real debate lies in how investors interpret the Fed’s move. The bulls (optimists) see this as a breath of fresh air that supports liquidity, while the bears (pessimists) see the risk of stagflation. How the crypto market will react depends on these interpretations and broader market dynamics.

If the Fed gives dovish signals indicating the possibility of further cuts, this could maintain risk appetite in the market. However, if the Fed emphasizes inflation risks and signals that further cuts may be limited, the upside potential for crypto could fade.

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Practical Strategies for Retail Investors

While looser policies seem to be on the horizon, retail investors should remain wary of volatility. One way is to diversify portfolios to reduce risk. Investors are also advised to closely monitor market developments and not rely too heavily on leverage, especially during Fed week.

It is also important to pay attention to Jerome Powell’s press conference and the latest projections from the Fed. Comments and guidance from the Fed can be more influential than the rate cut itself. Investors should be prepared to adjust their strategies based on the nuances conveyed.

Conclusion

With interest rate cuts anticipated, the crypto market is at a crossroads. Although some analysts are optimistic about the near-term outlook, broader macroeconomic factors and market sentiment will largely determine the next direction. Investors are advised to remain vigilant and responsive to the latest developments.

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This content aims to enrich readers’ information. Pintu collects this information from various relevant sources and is not influenced by outside parties. Note that an asset’s past performance does not determine its projected future performance. Crypto trading activities have high risk and volatility, always do your own research and use cold cash before investing. All activities of buying and selling bitcoin and other crypto asset investments are the responsibility of the reader.

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