Fed Funds Rate
Tasa de prestamos interbancarios overnight en EE.UU.
The federal funds rate is the cornerstone of US monetary policy, set by the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC). It influences all other interest rates in the economy, from mortgages to savings accounts. When the Fed raises rates, borrowing becomes more expensive across the board.
Higher rates attract capital into safe, yield-bearing instruments like Treasury bonds, pulling money away from riskier assets including crypto. The 2022-2023 hiking cycle took rates from near zero to over 5%, coinciding with the crypto bear market. Rate cuts tend to have the reverse effect.
The market does not wait for actual rate changes. Fed funds futures and CME FedWatch probabilities allow the market to price in expected rate moves months in advance. The impact on crypto comes from changes in expectations, not just the decisions themselves.
The Fed funds rate is the single most important lever for global liquidity. Rate cycles have corresponded closely with crypto bull and bear markets.
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FAQ
How does the Fed funds rate affect crypto?
Higher rates make holding cash and bonds more attractive relative to crypto. Lower rates push investors toward riskier assets, increasing crypto demand.
How often does the Fed change rates?
The FOMC meets eight times per year. Rate changes can occur at any meeting, but the Fed communicates its intentions in advance through guidance and dot plots.
What is quantitative easing?
QE is when the Fed buys bonds to inject money into the economy, effectively lowering long-term rates. It dramatically increases liquidity and has historically boosted crypto.
Are rate cuts always bullish for crypto?
Usually, but context matters. If the Fed cuts rates due to a severe recession, risk aversion may dominate initially before liquidity effects take over.