Bitcoin trades near $79,000 as Fed rate uncertainty, selling pressure weigh on crypto markets
- On Monday, October 26, 2026, Bitcoin fell below $80,000, dipping to near $79,300 as traders trimmed risk ahead of the Federal Reserve's October 27–28 policy meeting.
- U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded significant outflows of $772 million over two days in late October, reversing an earlier inflow streak as investors de-risked across crypto and equities.
- Markets expect the Federal Reserve to hold interest rates steady at 3.75% during the October 27–28 meeting, according to the CME FedWatch tool showing around a 92% probability of no change.
- Bitcoin's decline coincided with a broader tech selloff; the Nasdaq Composite dropped 2.6% on October 22 alongside significant losses in Meta Platforms and other AI-linked companies.
- Guidance from Chair Kevin Warsh's press conference during the Fed decision serves as a key catalyst for market direction, with analysts watching closely for hints on December rate hike prospects.
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Bitcoin slipped near $79,000 as investors awaited the Federal Reserves policy decision. ETF outflows, macroeconomic uncertainty and selling pressure weakened sentiment, while traders monitored $78,000 support, inflation data and institutional demand for potential market direction.
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