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From December 5 to 12, 2025, Bitcoin gained approximately 3.5%. Throughout the week, BTC unsuccessfully attempted to assault the $95,000 level. However, the balance of power between buyers and sellers proved maximally even this time: four trading sessions of gains and three declines.
On Wednesday, December 10, a US Federal Reserve meeting took place, where the issue of the loan interest rate was decided. The head of the American central bank, Jerome Powell, announced a reduction of the figure by 25 basis points. Thus, the key rate is now in the 3.5–3.75% range.
Crypto enthusiasts did not express elation over the Fed’s decision, although it theoretically encourages an increase in risk appetite. The thing is that Powell announced nothing extraordinary. The 25 basis point rate cut fully aligned with the consensus forecast. However, the central bank chief’s speech itself did not particularly inspire crypto investors. Powell stated that complete uncertainty prevails in the economy. Statistical data for October and half of November have not yet been compiled due to the shutdown that affected American authorities. Furthermore, President Donald Trump’s policy regarding import tariffs remains a concern.
It is worth noting that the decision to lower the rate was not unanimous within the Fed. Out of the twelve voting council members, only nine spoke in favor.
The decision did not lead to a rapid surge in Bitcoin, but only slightly pushed quotes upward. Perhaps the situation will change in May 2026, when Jerome Powell’s term leading the Fed concludes, and a new person takes his place.
Spot Bitcoin ETFs continue to alternate weeks, recording either outflows or inflows of funds. This week, it was the turn of crypto investors to deposit money. True, the total weekly investment amount of \$237.44 million is quite modest. This is particularly noticeable when comparing weekly figures with early October, when the seven-day inflow of funds twice exceeded \$2.7 billion. In essence, investors still prefer to adopt a wait-and-see stance, hoping that clearer catalysts for the crypto market’s ascent will emerge soon.
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