{"id":138545,"date":"2026-03-18T13:09:29","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T13:09:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/americansecuritiesanalytics.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/18\/fomc-meeting-today-what-to-expect-from-powell-and-its-impact-on-crypto-markets\/"},"modified":"2026-03-18T13:09:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T13:09:29","slug":"fomc-meeting-today-what-to-expect-from-powell-and-its-impact-on-crypto-markets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/americansecuritiesanalytics.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/18\/fomc-meeting-today-what-to-expect-from-powell-and-its-impact-on-crypto-markets\/","title":{"rendered":"FOMC Meeting Today: What to Expect from Powell and Its Impact on Crypto Markets"},"content":{"rendered":"

The post FOMC Meeting Today: What to Expect from Powell and Its Impact on Crypto Markets<\/a> appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News<\/a><\/p>\n

The U.S. Federal Reserve begins its two-day FOMC meeting on March 17, with Chair Jerome Powell set to speak today<\/a> at 2:30 p.m. ET after the rate decision. <\/p>\n

Markets are watching closely, not just for today\u2019s decision, but for any hint of future rate cuts.<\/p>\n

What to Expect From Powell\u2019s Speech?<\/h2>\n

The Fed\u2019s benchmark interest rate currently stands at 3.5%\u20133.75%, and data strongly suggests no change today. As the CME FedWatch tool data also shows a 99% probability that rates will remain unchanged.<\/p>\n

Now, all eyes are on Powell\u2019s Speech for a hint of any further rate cut.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Based on recent speeches, Powell is expected to maintain a data-dependent stance, avoiding any clear signal on future rate cuts. In recent meetings, he has followed a \u201cwait and watch\u201d approach, and the same tone is likely today.<\/p>\n

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Tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. ET: Chair Powell hosts live #FOMC<\/a> press conference: https:\/\/t.co\/fXt6ew8I9A<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/TOYCoDvHq4<\/a><\/p>\n

— Federal Reserve (@federalreserve) March 17, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

Instead of promising rate cuts, he may repeat that decisions will depend on upcoming data like inflation and jobs.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the recent market data show the economy is slowing, but not enough to push the Fed to act quickly. The recent employment rate has risen slightly to 4.4% from 4.3%, and the economy lost about 92,000 jobs in February, showing some weakness in the job market.\u00a0<\/p>\n

However, oil prices are still close to $100 per barrel, which keeps inflation risks high.<\/p>\n

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