CryptoRankThe Fed rate has a great impact on global financial markets. Indeed, it affects crypto as Bitcoin’s correlation with Nasdaq 100 has recently been increasing. But what is the result of a rate increase?
The spike of the Fed rate should lead to a decrease in financial asset prices. Yet, in practice it might be quite the opposite. However, there is one exception: financial markets may experience increased volatility leading up to decision day, as fears and expectations decide prices.
This also includes Bitcoin. Before the Fed rate announcement, prices were steadily decreasing due to various factors, including the one mentioned above. On days when the rate was increased, prices went up right after the announcement, closing the day in green zone. But in January, when the Fed decided to keep the rate at 0.25%, there were no significant movements as the market expected more decisive action.
