Bitcoin Tumbles Below $64,000 as Fed Holds Rates Steady – Is $60,000 or $70,000 Next?

• Fed’s steady rates and potential rate cut have caused Bitcoin to drop below $64,000, sparking debate on whether $60,000 or $70,000 is next.
• Geopolitical tensions and economic indicators will significantly influence Bitcoin’s price trajectory, with market predictions and Fed decisions playing crucial roles.

In a turn of events previously reported by CNF and unveiled in the U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve funded by revalued Fed Gold Certificates, the Federal Reserve’s recent decision to maintain interest rates has triggered a sharp decline in Bitcoin (BTC), dropping it below $64,000 and sparking debate over whether $60,000 or $70,000 will be its next milestone.

In the latest FOMC update, Fed Chair Jerome Powell indicated that while interest rates remain steady between 5.25% and 5.5%, a potential rate cut in September is on the horizon, contingent upon incoming economic data. Powell emphasized that any decision would be based purely on economic indicators, reaffirming the Fed’s commitment to its 2% inflation target and its independence from political influences.

According to a recent CNF YouTube video, market predictions suggest a high likelihood of a 25 basis point reduction, although a more significant 50 basis point cut appears unlikely.

Investors and market analysts are poised to closely monitor forthcoming economic data, which will play a crucial role in guiding the Fed’s next steps. The outcome of this potential rate cut could significantly influence borrowing costs, investment strategies, and the broader economic landscape.

Is BTC price hitting $60,000 or $70,000 next?

Bitcoin’s sudden drop, alongside losses in other major cryptocurrencies like Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), and Avalanche (AVAX), occurred amidst escalating geopolitical tensions. According to The New York Times, Iran’s leaders ordered retaliation against Israel, which heightened market fears and led to a broader sell-off.

Zach Pandl, head of research at Grayscale, explained this divergence:

Equities may have been slightly under-owned after the recent drawdown, while Bitcoin is coming off a strong period with solid inflows, whereas gold rallied after a period of weakness.

Pandl also highlighted the broader implications for Bitcoin, stating,

Bigger picture, the combination of Fed rate cuts, bipartisan focus on crypto policy issues, and the prospect of a second Trump administration may advocate for a weaker U.S. dollar—this should be considered very positive for Bitcoin.

Reflecting on the price of Bitcoin dropping to $57,300 as investors were unsure what to expect before the Fed announcement in a previous CNF report, together, these factors suggest that despite short-term volatility, Bitcoin could benefit from favorable economic and political conditions in the future.

As of now, Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $64,479.05, having dropped by 2.75% in the past day, with a weekly increase of 0.22%. We would need to see how these factors work to push BTC price to hit $70,000. See BTC price chart below.