50% of Fed Policymakers Expect Two Extra Interest Rate Cuts by End-2025

Today’s all eyes are on the Fed Chair Jerome Powell who will speak today at 8:30 a.m. EST. Meanwhile crypto traders are watching closely for hints about future rate cuts. 

As recent Fed minutes show that 50% of the policymakers expect two more cuts by the end of 2025, a sign of a possible policy shift that could boost the next crypto rally.

Fed Split Over Forward Rate Cuts

For the first time Fed reduced interest rates by 25 basis points last month, lowering the federal funds rate to a range of 4.00% to 4.25%, committee remains split on the pace and extent of further easing.

The September FOMC “dot plot” shows a clear split. 50% of the policymakers expect two small rate cuts to bring interest rates closer to normal. The others remain cautious, worried that inflation could return if Trump’s tariff plans push prices higher.

Right now, rates sit between 4.00% and 4.25%, with markets already pricing in cuts for October and December. That means investors aren’t entirely surprised, but the official confirmation of dovish leaning still matters.

On top of it, Coinpedia news reported that Governor Stephen Miran advocated for a more aggressive 50bps (0.50%) cut, citing softening job market data and underlying inflation nearing the Fed’s 2% target

Shutdown and Labor Market Concerns

Adding to the Fed’s tilt is the ongoing government shutdown, which started on October 1, 2025, has completely sidelined nearly 750,000 workers daily, and disrupted economic data reporting. 

This “data vacuum” creates uncertainty about the real strength of the labor market and overall economy, making it harder for the Fed to make confident decisions.

Why This Matters for Crypto

Low rates typically weaken the U.S. dollar and push investors toward higher-yielding assets. In past cycles, Bitcoin and Ethereum have benefitted from similar outcomes, with BTC gaining over 5% in short windows when rate cuts were expected.

As of now, Bitcoin is trading around $123, slightly up in the last 24 hours, while Ethereum, currently hovering around $4383 it continues to attract institutional interest.

FAQs

Lower interest rates typically weaken the U.S. dollar, making riskier assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum more attractive to investors seeking higher returns, which can boost their prices.

The current federal funds rate is 4.00% to 4.25%, following a 25 basis point cut. The Fed is now debating the pace of future potential rate cuts.

The “dot plot” is a chart showing the future interest rate projections of Federal Reserve policymakers, revealing if they lean toward a more hawkish or dovish monetary policy.