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Fed Raises Rate by 25 Bps for First Time in 3 Years — Bitcoin Holds $76K

Coinpedia·September 16, 2026·1 min read
Fed Raises Rate by 25 Bps for First Time in 3 Years — Bitcoin Holds $76K

The US Federal Reserve voted unanimously to raise its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, lifting the target range to 3.75%–4.00%. This marks the first rate hike in over three years, reversing late 2025 cuts. Despite the move, Bitcoin held steady at $76K, showing resilience amid tighter policy.

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