In response to this major rate cut, markets saw a positive reaction, with particular growth noted in the cryptocurrency sector. Investors are closely watching the Fed’s next steps, as the central bank continues to assess economic data and risks before considering any further adjustments to interest rates.
One noteworthy reaction came from renowned financial analyst John Bollinger, best known for creating the Bollinger Bands trading indicator. As market participants weighed the implications of the rate cut, Bollinger acknowledged the statement that the rate adjustments should be viewed as a return to normalcy, rather than a simple easing of monetary policy.
Powell, by the way, was asked directly whether there will be a recession, as often happens after the start of lowering rates, to which he answered quite unambiguously that there are no signs of recession now.
On the other hand, the average maximum drawdown for the S&P 500 one year after the Fed’s rapid contraction cycle begins is -20.7%, and the average maximum drawdown one year after the slow contraction cycle begins is -7.4%.
This article was originally published on U.Today
Source: Cryptocurrency - investing.com
