{"id":138539,"date":"2026-03-18T13:09:27","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T13:09:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/americansecuritiesanalytics.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/18\/crypto-to-explode-or-crash-fed-meeting-jerome-powell-speech-us-ppi-data-today\/"},"modified":"2026-03-18T13:09:27","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T13:09:27","slug":"crypto-to-explode-or-crash-fed-meeting-jerome-powell-speech-us-ppi-data-today","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/americansecuritiesanalytics.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/18\/crypto-to-explode-or-crash-fed-meeting-jerome-powell-speech-us-ppi-data-today\/","title":{"rendered":"Crypto to Explode or Crash? FED Meeting, Jerome Powell Speech & US PPI Data Today!"},"content":{"rendered":"

The post Crypto to Explode or Crash? FED Meeting, Jerome Powell Speech & US PPI Data Today!<\/a> appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News<\/a><\/p>\n

It\u2019s a major day for the crypto market<\/a> on March 18, as key U.S. economic events line up within hours. With inflation data, the Federal Reserve\u2019s rate decision<\/a>, and Jerome Powell\u2019s speech all scheduled closely together, traders are preparing for sharp moves across Bitcoin and altcoins.<\/p>\n

U.S PPI Data Today <\/h2>\n

The day begins with the release of the U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI), where expectations stand at 2.9% for headline PPI and 3.7% for Core PPI.<\/p>\n

This data will offer a fresh read on inflation pressures at the producer level. Any upside surprise could strengthen concerns that inflation remains persistent, especially as geopolitical tensions have already started pushing short-term inflation expectations higher. A softer reading, however, may provide early relief to markets and support risk appetite.<\/p>\n

FED Meeting and Powell Speech Today<\/h2>\n

The FOMC rate decision is at 2:00 PM ET, followed by Jerome Powell\u2019s speech at 2:30 PM ET, with a 99% expectation of no rate change, shifting focus to projections and the dot plot as earlier forecasts are outdated due to recent global developments.<\/p>\n

Market reaction guide: if rates come below 3.75%, markets may rally sharply; at 3.75%, reaction may stay flat; above 3.75%, markets could drop hard.<\/p>\n

Rising inflation expectations after the US-Iran conflict remain in focus, where a stricter stance from Powell could pressure markets, while calling it temporary may support rate cuts and push markets higher.<\/p>\n

Impact on Crypto Market <\/h2>\n

Bitcoin Price Analysis <\/strong><\/h3>\n

Bitcoin trades near $74,000 below $75,000\u2013$76,000 resistance, with long positions building between $74,000 and $76,000<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Below ~$73,900, these longs face pressure, raising the risk of a sharp downside move if support breaks. Support lies near $73,400, with a break below $73,500 targeting $71,000 and possibly extending to $70,000.<\/p>\n

A move above $74,450 could push the price toward the $75,700\u2013$76,000 resistance. A confirmed breakout above $76,000 may open the path toward $79,000\u2013$80,000.<\/p>\n

Ethereum and Altcoins Show Mixed Strength<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Ethereum is showing relative strength<\/a> in comparison. After a recent breakout attempt, it approached the $2,340\u2013$2,350 range before pulling back slightly. <\/p>\n

Support is seen between $2,150 and $2,200, while a move above the $2,380\u2013$2,400 zone could open the door for further upside. A drop below $2,290, however, may lead to renewed selling pressure.<\/p>\n

The altcoin market remains mixed with a slight bullish bias. BNB is attempting a breakout near $665, with higher targets if momentum builds. XRP continues to hold above $1.50 and is testing resistance levels that could define its next move. Solana is approaching a key breakout zone near $97\u2013$98, while Cardano and Dogecoin remain in consolidation phases, awaiting stronger directional cues.<\/p>\n

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