FameEX Morning Crypto News Recap | September 18, 2025
2025-09-18 06:11:42Fed Cuts Rates by 25 Basis Points; Trump Appointees Form Majority in Favor
The Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points in September, a move largely supported by Trump-appointed officials. Only new member Milan dissented, favoring a 50-point cut. Chair Powell called it a risk-management action, signaling no need for rapid further adjustments.
Powell: Tariffs Have Minimal Impact on Consumer Prices
Fed Chair Powell stated on September 18 that tariffs have had minimal direct impact on consumer prices so far, as businesses have absorbed most costs. He noted companies intend to pass on these costs, but haven't yet done so significantly.
Vitalik Highlights Staking Challenges and the Importance of Blockchain Responsibility
Vitalik emphasized that staking involves defending the blockchain and that resistance during the exit process is part of the protocol design. He compared it to an army, noting that if soldiers leave at any time, the army cannot function effectively.
Fed Rate Cuts Projected to Continue Through Early 2026
Due to consistently weak economic data, analyst David Kohl predicts a prolonged Fed easing cycle, with consecutive 25-basis-point rate cuts at each meeting stretching all the way to March 2026.
Potential Fed Rate Cut Seen as Catalyst for Market Speculation
In a report, Senior market observer Ed Yardeni warned the Fed's impending rate cut risks "adding fuel to the fire" of an already high-flying stock market. He argues the cut is unnecessary given robust economic health and could instead re-ignite inflation and market speculation.
Survey Foresees Rapid Stablecoin Integration in Next 6-12 Months
According to an EY-Parthenon survey, a majority of financial institutions not currently using stablecoins plan to adopt them within 6-12 months. With 54% of 350 decision-makers targeting implementation by 2026, global adoption could surge significantly from its current rate of 13%.
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