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Fed Raises Rates to 3.75%-4.00%: Why the New Macro Shock Matters for Bitcoin

Crypto Daily·September 17, 2026·1 min read
Fed Raises Rates to 3.75%-4.00%: Why the New Macro Shock Matters for Bitcoin

The Fed raised rates to 3.75%-4.00% as 2026 core PCE forecasts hit 3.4%, keeping liquidity and real-yield pressure on Bitcoin. The move marks the first rate hike since 2023, and the hawkish stance could weigh on BTC's recovery prospects in the near term.

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