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Overview: The US dollar is trading with a softer bias against nearly all the G10 currencies. Yesterday's losses have been extended. The exception is the Norwegian krone, which is hovering around unchanged levels. The greenback is softer against most emerging market currencies. Despite Britain and France sending aircraft to help protect Polish airspace after more drone incursions, and Warsaw denying China's request to re-open the border with Belarus (a key conduit for Chinese goods into Europe), central European currencies, including the zloty are firmer. The Chinese yuan is at a new high for the year. After new record highs by the S&P 500 and Nasdaq yesterday, most bourses in the Asia Pacific region rose. Taiwan and South Korea's markets led the rally of the large bourses with more than 1% gain. Only Hong Kong and China's CSI 300 failed to advance. European equities are lower. The Stoxx 600 is paring yesterday's gains and central European indices are lower, too. US index futures are firmer. European benchmark 10-year yields are a little more than one basis point higher, with the 10-year Gilt yield up two basis points after the employment report. The 10-year US Treasury yield is little changed near 4.04%. After a bullish outside day yesterday, gold reached a new high to near $3698. October WTI is trading quietly inside yesterday's range, which was inside last Friday's range. It is straddling the $63-area. USD: The Dollar Index posted its lowest settlement since late July yesterday and is being pushed below 97.00 in late European morning turnover. The break signals a test on the multi-year low recorded on July 1 slightly below 96.40. As the two-day FOMC meeting gets underway, which it appears both Miran and Cook will attend, the US reports retail sales, import/export prices, and industrial production. Despite slower vehicle sales (2.1% month-over-month) retail sales look firm, with the measure that excludes autos, gasoline, food services, and building materials expected to rise by 0.4%. It averaged 0.3% in the first seven months of the year, the same as the Jan-July 2024 period. Import price may have eased by 0.2%. If so, it would be the third drop in four months. However, this reflects lower oil prices. Excluding petroleum, import prices expected to have edged up by 0.1%, leaving them almost flat over the four-month stretch. Export prices may have eased by 0.1%, offsetting the July gain. Industrial output looks soft, and dragged down by weaker manufacturing, looks likely to have fallen for the second consecutive month for the first time this year. The Atlanta Fed's GDP tracker is at 3.1% for this quarter and will be updated later today. The median forecast in Bloomberg's survey is for half that pace. EURO: The euro has traded above $1.18 for the first time in two months today. Options for 1.6 bln euros expire there today. It is poised to challenge the multi-year high was posted on July 1 near $1.1830. The euro gains reflect the broadly weaker US dollar, the lack of negative fallout from Fitch's downgrade of France, and the grind lower in the US two-year premium over Germany. The US premium has fallen about 30 bp since Fed Chair Powell spoke at Jackson Hole, and near 151 bp, it is the lowest since last September. The eurozone's aggregate industrial production rose by 0.3% to recoup part of June's revised 0.6% (initially -1.3%). The 0.7% average monthly contraction in industrial output in Q2 followed the 1.3% rise in Q1. The latter was likely flattered by attempt to get ahead of US tariffs and was the best 2020. The former was the weakest since Q3 23. Separately, ZEW reported that Germans' assessment of the current economy deteriorated in September for the second consecutive month for the first time this year (and at -76.4 is the lowest since May), On the other hand, expectations improved to 37.3 from 34.7, recouping a small part of August's decline (July's four-year high of 52.7). CNY: The dollar is consolidating in its recent trough against the Chinese yuan. It recorded the low for the year last week near CNH7.1120 and slipped through it today to almost CNH7.1090. The PBOC set the dollar's reference rate last Tuesday at CNY7.1008, the lowest for the year. The pace at which the PBOC is moving the dollar's fix has slowed over the past couple of weeks but is still a multiple of what was seen earlier this year. It set the dollar's fix at CNY7.1027 today (CNY7.1056 yesterday). Despite the reference rate being below CNY7.11, the six banks that reported that estimate of today's fix were all above there today, and four of the six were above CNY7.1150. What is the point? JPY: The dollar has broken lower from last Thursday's range (~JPY147.00-JPY148.15) which confined the exchange rate Friday and yesterday. It reached JPY146.70 so far today. The broader range so far this month has been around JPY146.30 to JPY149.15. Last month's range was about JPY146.20 to JPY150.90. The BOJ meeting is at the end of last week. Although Governor Ueda has often said if the economy evolves as officials expected, the BOJ can still raise rates this year. The swaps market is pricing in about 15 bp of tightening before the end of the year. At the end of August almost 17 bp were discounted, and at the end of July nearly 18 bp were priced into the swaps market. GBP: Sterling pushed above $1.3600 for the first time since July 10 and settled 1/100 of a cent below it yesterday. The gains have been extended today to nearly $1.3650. The next immediate objective is around $1.3680, and the multiyear high set July 1 was almost $1.3790. The UK has a full slate of economic reports this week, and the Bank of England meets Thursday. Earlier today, the UK report firm July average weekly earnings (3-month year-over-year) of 4.7% (4.6% in June), though slightly softer excluding bonus payments (4.8% vs. 5.0%). The ILO measure of unemployment was steady at 4.7%. Yet for the seventh consecutive month, the number of payrolled employments fell (8k vs an average of -17.5k average in the previous six months. The UK reports August CPI tomorrow. It is seen rising by 0.3%, which given the base effect, will leave the year-over-year rate steady at 3.8%. and at the top of the G10. Still, the core and services measures are expected to moderate by 0.2% to 3.6% and 3.8%, respectively. The swaps market has about 33% of a cut discounted over the remainder of the year and practically no chance this week. The BOE is under pressure to reduce its outright Gilt sales at this week's meeting. CAD: The US dollar slipped to a six-day low yesterday slightly below CAD1.3770 and extended the losses marginally to almost CAD1.3760 today. The nearby target is around CAD1.3740 and the late August low near CAD1.3725. StatsCan reports August CPI today ahead of tomorrow's Bank of Canada meeting. The headline measure is expected to rise by 0.1%, but the base effect means that the year-over-year rate may have ticked up to 2.0% from 1.7%. The underlying core rates look steady (3.0%-3.1%). The reason the swaps market is confident of a rate cut this week, as with the US is more of the economy’s performance (and outlook) rather than current inflation readings. The 2-10-year Canadian yield curve is around 67 bp, which is the lower end of a three-month range. The similar US curve is about 50 bp, the lower end of a six-week range. AUD: The Australian dollar rose to a new high for the year near $0.6675. A move above could spur gains into the $0.6700-15 area. The Aussie's high from last October was near $0.6940 and this may be a reasonable target in the fourth quarter. The data highlight of the week for Australia is Thursday's employment report. Australia created 60.5k full-time jobs in July, the most since last February. RBA Governor Bullock cautioned that continued firm demand may force reconsideration of the central bank's trajectory. The swaps market is pricing in two more rate cuts in the cycle, down from a little more than three months ago. MXN: With softer market rates, and the Fed poised to resume its easing cycle this week, short dollar carry trades are popular, with several Latam currencies on the other side. The Mexican peso, Brazilian real, and the Colombian peso rose to new highs for the year yesterday. The dollar fell to almost MXN18.33 and is consolidating in a narrow range in yesterday's trough. Recall that until late last week, MXN18.51 held back steeper dollar losses. Our next target is the MXN18.18-20 area. The dollar broke below BRL5.38 at the end of last week and slipped below BRL5.31 yesterday. A convincing break may target the BRL5.18-BRL5.20 area. The greenback was sold through COP3900 in the second half of last week and reached almost COP3884 yesterday before it rebounded. It settled slightly above COP3900. In the spot market, this year through yesterday, the Brazilian real is up about 16.1% this year, the Mexican peso is up about 13.4%, and the Colombian peso has appreciated by about 12.8%. When the carry for dollar-based investors is included, the returns are closer to 27.5%, 20.9% and 20.3%, respectively. Disclaimer

Robinhood Markets Inc. is taking a bold cue from its namesake legend and is returning financial power to the people, one trade at a time. The company has decided to give retail traders access to private companies before they go public, in an effort to bolster retail participation in markets that institutional players have dominated up to this point. In a press release dated 15 September 2025, Robinhood Markets Inc. unveiled RVI (Robinhood Ventures Fund) to the world. The RVI is a closed-ended fund and has filed for registration with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). EXPLORE: Top Solana Meme Coins to Buy in 2025 Can The Robinhood RVI Fund Finally Let Everyday Traders Ride The Pre-IPO Wave? Robinhood announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Robinhood Ventures DE LLC, will manage the fund. The RVI fund is designed to open the gates of private equity and allow retail traders to access tech firms long before they go public. Once the SEC gives the green light, the fund will become available on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker RVI, accessible through various brokerages, including Robinhood Financial. As a result, EU customers can gain exposure to prominent stocks such as OpenAI and SpaceX, signalling Robinhood’s broader ambition to democratise access to prominent assets. The fund is still under review, so trading cannot commence until the SEC declares the filing effective. Meanwhile, Robinhood has emphasised that the fund’s structure complies with public market regulations while unlocking opportunities for retail investors. The RVI fund announcement lands as Robinhood rides a wave of strong momentum. The addition of Robinhood to the S&P 500 index sent its stock soaring in the after-hours trading. EXPLORE: 20+ Next Crypto to Explode in 2025 Key Takeaways Robinhood’s RVI fund is an attempt to democratise the US’s private equity market Upon the SEC granting regulatory approval, the NYSE will list the fund under the ticker, RVI The fund focuses on a portfolio of private companies positioned at the cutting edge of their respective industry The post Is Robinhood RVI Giving Retail Traders a Backdoor Into Pre-IPO Wealth? appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) leadership is signaling a decisive push into mainstream finance for the remainder of 2025, hinting that “some of the biggest names in payments and asset management” are set to go live on the network in the coming weeks and months. Speaking alongside SDF CEO Denelle Dixon, José Fernández da Ponte—who joined SDF in mid-July and now serves as President & Chief Growth Officer—framed the acceleration as the culmination of a year spent laying technical and go-to-market groundwork. Biggest Names In Payments Coming To Stellar “We are the blockchain for financial services at scale,” Fernández da Ponte said, adding: “Over the next months, you will see some of the biggest names in payments and asset management that will continue to go live on the network.” He underscored the claim with growth figures from the on-chain economy: “If you look at TVL and DeFi for the last year, TVL in aggregate grew 2x. TVL on Stellar grew 9x… I have not seen a blockchain that has been growing there as fast.” The executive credited community-originated wallets and protocols, and the team’s continued work on “plumbing” for an open-source, permissionless stack, as catalysts for that momentum. Dixon, for her part, positioned the first half of 2025 as “laying the foundation,” and said the back half must deliver “big acceleration” on the tech side, singling out Protocol 23 as the upgrade set to make Stellar “stronger, faster, and developers’ lives easier.” She also flagged the on-network expansion of the stablecoin universe—“PYUSD on Stellar was announced, new assets are coming, and others continue to scale”—plus tangible usage wins from wallet programs that have converted one-off sign-ups into weekly activity. Those remarks track with SDF’s public roadmap and adoption goals for 2025, which emphasize real-world payments, DeFi depth, and pushing toward top-tier TVL rankings. The payments-stablecoin pillar is central to that strategy. In June, PayPal disclosed plans to make its dollar stablecoin, PYUSD, available on the Stellar network, pending regulatory approval from the New York State Department of Financial Services. The move would add another high-profile issuer to Stellar’s rails and broaden PYUSD’s distribution beyond its current venues. Neither PayPal nor SDF has provided a firm mainnet date, but the companies have reiterated the intent publicly throughout the summer. On the protocol side, Stellar’s “Whisk” release—Protocol 23—anchors the second-half execution plan. SDF documentation describes a package of eight Core Advancement Proposals that include parallelized processing, unified events, fee and throughput improvements, and developer-facing refinements around Soroban smart contracts. SDF scheduled testnet and governance milestones across the summer, setting up a mainnet vote around early September. The intent is straightforward: raise performance and ergonomics to meet the institutional-grade expectations of payments processors and asset managers now circling the network. The organization will attempt to convert that pipeline into concrete announcements this week at Meridian—SDF’s flagship annual conference—held September 17–18 in Rio de Janeiro. With builders, policy voices, and would-be enterprise adopters on site, the event’s timing aligns neatly with leadership’s “coming weeks” guidance, though neither Dixon nor Fernández da Ponte named specific partners. Will XLM Price Respond? For investors asking whether XLM will respond, the market has so far treated the integration drumbeat as a “show-me” story. As of September 16, XLM trades near $0.379. XLM remains capped by mid-summer high at $0.52 that bulls will argue require either marquee partner go-lives, visible PYUSD settlement flows, or a broader macro driven rally for the entire crypto market. Crypto analyst Crypto Patel (@CryptoPatel) shared via X on September 15: “Demand zone tested – XLM bulls ready to charge. Why this setup? Price retracing into a bullish Orderflow Zone → demand area in play. Strong rejection expected near current support. Previous week’s high at 0.4143 serving as liquidity magnet. 4H Market Structure remains bullish, supporting upside continuation.” At press time, XLM traded at $0.378.

US equity indices closed higher yesterday, with the S&P 500 up 0.47% and the Nasdaq 100 adding 0.44%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.11%. Indices continued to notch record highs, while gold rose to a new peak as investors maintained bets that the Federal Reserve will ease monetary policy this week. The committee's two-day meeting begins today, with a rate decision to follow. Market sentiment is fueled by expectations that the Fed—faced with slowing economic growth and persistent inflation—may reconsider its policy stance. Some analysts are even suggesting the possibility of a more aggressive rate cut in the near future, which would be a strong catalyst for equities and alternative assets such as gold. Weak labor data and lower consumer activity could intensify pressure on the Fed to act more boldly. The MSCI All Country World Index advanced 0.1%, marking its 10th straight session of gains—the longest rally in more than four years. Asian indexes climbed 0.7% to a record, setting up for their best streak in nearly five years. S&P 500 futures rose 0.1% today after the index closed at an all-time high, while European equity futures also edged higher. Gold hit another fresh high as the dollar slipped. Treasury yields stabilized as investors awaited weak US retail sales data. The yen strengthened against the dollar, partly due to Japanese Agriculture Minister Shinjiro Koizumi entering the race for leadership of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party. On Monday, tensions escalated between the Trump administration and the Federal Reserve after an appeals court declined to allow the White House to temporarily remove Fed chief Lisa Cook from her post. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump announced that he would hold talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Friday after US and Chinese officials reached a framework agreement to allow TikTok to continue operating in the US. From a technical standpoint, today's main task for S&P 500 buyers will be to break above resistance at $6,627, which would allow for further growth and open the door to $6,638. Holding above $6,648 would be equally crucial, further consolidating bullish positions. On the downside, if risk appetite fades, buyers will need to defend $6,616. A break below this level would quickly push the index back to $6,603 and open the way to $6,590. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

Against the backdrop of anticipation for key data releases, prevailing dollar-selling sentiment has pushed EUR/USD up to 1.1800 — its highest level since July 3. Optimism regarding the economic outlook for the euro area's largest economy could strengthen and provide additional momentum to the single currency if German data comes in stronger than expected. This, in turn, should support the continuation of the EUR/USD rally. At the same time, market reaction to a potential disappointment is likely to remain limited, given the reduced likelihood of further rate cuts by the European Central Bank and rising expectations of a more accommodative monetary policy from the U.S. Federal Reserve. This suggests that the broader trend for EUR/USD remains upward, and any corrective declines could be seen as favorable opportunities to enter long positions. Positive oscillators confirm the bullish forecast. Above the psychological level of 1.1800, EUR/USD will attempt to challenge the yearly high near 1.1830, reached on July 1. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

Asia Market Wrap - Nikkei, Topix Hit Fresh Highs Global stocks are at an all-time high, and gold prices have reached a new record. This is happening as markets ramp up rate cut bets ahead of the FOMC meeting on Wednesday. The MSCI All Country World Index, a measure of global stocks, has risen for 10 straight days—its longest winning streak in over four years. On the Japanese stock market, the two main indexes, the Nikkei 225 and the Topix, both reached all-time highs. Meanwhile, in Hong Kong, the Hang Seng Index saw a small gain of 0.08%. In mainland China, the CSI 300 index, which tracks top companies, experienced a slight decline of 0.38%. In two separate events that largely went unnoticed by the markets, the U.S. Senate narrowly confirmed Stephen Miran to the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors, while a U.S. appeals court ruled that President Donald Trump could not fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook. Looking at the market reaction, it appears as though these developments were considered unlikely to change the outcome of the Fed's decision on Wednesday, as a 25-basis-point interest rate cut is already fully anticipated by investors. UK Wage Growth Slows From May to July 2025, regular pay for workers in the UK, not including bonuses, increased by 4.8% compared to the year before. This marks the slowest rate of growth since May 2022 and was exactly what market experts had predicted. The slowdown was seen in both the public and private sectors. Looking at different industries, the fastest pay raises were in wholesale, retail, hotels, and restaurants, with a 6.4% increase. Other sectors saw more modest gains, including services (4.9%), manufacturing (4.5%), construction (3.9%), and finance and business services (3%). When adjusting for inflation, the real value of wages only went up by 0.7%, indicating that while people are earning more money, their purchasing power has seen a much smaller increase. Source: ING Think The cooling job market is helping lower wage pressures which will be welcome by the Bank of England. This could aid the Bank of England in delivering another rate cut this year. Thursday may be unlikely, but another cut in Q4 remains a possibility. Tomorrow's inflation data may prove to be more important as the service inflation conundrum persists for the BoE. A softer print could lead to increased expectations of a rate cut in Q4. European Open - Stocks Retreat, Ferrari Up 2.6% European stocks saw a slight decline on Tuesday, primarily due to a drop in the banking and insurance sectors, which are often sensitive to interest rate changes. The pan-European STOXX 600 index fell by 0.15%, with both banking and insurance stocks losing approximately 1%. Several companies experienced notable individual stock movements. For example, shares in elevator maker Schindler dropped 1.7% after a major investor sold off a large block of shares at a discounted price. Meanwhile, French cosmetics giant L'Oreal saw its stock price fall by 2% following a downgrade from the financial firm Jefferies. In contrast, luxury car maker Ferrari had a good day, with its shares climbing 2.6% after the firm Berenberg recommended buying the stock, citing the company's strong brand, pricing power, and consistent returns. On the FX front, the U.S. dollar fell on Tuesday. It hit its lowest point in two and a half months against the euro and a ten-month low against the Australian dollar. The dollar also weakened to a more than two-month low against the British pound, following renewed calls from US President Donald Trump for the Federal Reserve to aggressively lower interest rates. The US dollar index, which measures the dollar's value against other major currencies, dropped to its lowest level since July 24. As the dollar weakened, other currencies rose. The euro gained against the dollar ahead of the release of some key economic data from Germany and Italy. The British pound also strengthened, reaching its highest level against the dollar since early July, with new employment data expected and the Bank of England's policy meeting coming later in the week. The Australian dollar reached its strongest level since last November, supported by positive stock market performance in Asia. Finally, the dollar also slipped against the Japanese yen ahead of a Bank of Japan meeting on Friday, where a rate hike is not expected. Currency Power Balance Source: OANDA Labs Oil prices rose slightly on Tuesday, continuing the gains from the previous day. This increase was due to two main factors: concerns about a potential disruption in oil supply from Russia following Ukrainian drone attacks on its refineries, and the upcoming interest rate decision from the US central bank. Brent crude, a key international oil benchmark, saw a small rise of 8 cents to $67.52 per barrel. Similarly, U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude also inched up by 11 cents to $63.41 per barrel. For more information on Oil, please read WTI Oil Rallies 1% After Ukrainian Attacks on Russian Oil Facilities, Russia Sanction Calls Grow Gold prices reached a new all-time high on Tuesday. The price of gold was boosted by a weaker US dollar and the expectation that the Federal Reserve will lower interest rates at its meeting this week. Spot gold's price went up by 0.2% to $3,685.02 per ounce, after earlier hitting a record of $3,689.27. Meanwhile, US gold futures for December also saw a small increase, rising 0.1% to $3,722.70. For more information on Gold, read Gold (XAU/USD) Technical: Eyeing a new all-time high above US$3,675, supported by positive flows and positioning Economic Data Releases and Final Thoughts Looking at the economic calendar, the European session will be a bit busy with German ZEW economic sentiment and Eurozone industrial production numbers due. Thereafter, markets will focus on Canadian CPI, US retail sales, US import prices and API oil inventories data. For all market-moving economic releases and events, see the MarketPulse Economic Calendar. (click to enlarge) Chart of the Day - FTSE 100 Index From a technical standpoint, the FTSE has returned to the top of the range it broke last week. Bulls remain in control as long as the FTSE remains above the swing low at 9242 which lines up with the 100-day MA. Looking at price action and this morning price came within a whisker of the 100-day MA before bouncing. Immediate resistance now rests at 9280 before the 9300 and 9340 handles come into focus. Looking at support on the downside, immediate support rests at 9243 (100-day MA) before the 9223 and 9198 handles come into focus. Source: TradingView.com (click to enlarge) Follow Zain on Twitter/X for Additional Market News and Insights @zvawda Opinions are the authors'; not necessarily that of OANDA Business Information & Services, Inc. or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, officers or directors. The provided publication is for informational and educational purposes only. If you would like to reproduce or redistribute any of the content found on MarketPulse, an award winning forex, commodities and global indices analysis and news site service produced by OANDA Business Information & Services, Inc., please refer to the MarketPulse Terms of Use. Visit https://www.marketpulse.com/ to find out more about the beat of the global markets. © 2025 OANDA Business Information & Services Inc.

Crypto is holding on steady amid big stories on Nvidia monopoly business under fire in China, nerves around the FOMC Meeting, and the winding down of the SEC Gemini lawsuit. BTC ▲0.79% is sitting pretty near $116K. ETH ▲0.04%, although dropped from $4,759 last week, is holding above $4,500, as the market is waiting. bitcoinPriceMarket CapBTC$2.31T24h7d1y Over in China, regulators are challenging what many believe is an unfair grip—that is, the Nvidia monopoly business model, especially following its Mellanox takeover in 2020. Because this Nvidia Monopoly Business setup affects GPU supply, many AI crypto projects and miners could feel the squeeze. Decentralized alternatives are now getting more attention. When Nvidia monopoly business is questioned, ripple effects reach deep into crypto’s AI layer. The result? Nvidia shares dropped about 3%, and AI‑tokens like FET ▲1.72% took a hit. (source – AI Crypto, CoinGecko) Besides Nvidia Monopoly Business Dominance: FOMC Meeting and SEC Gemini Settlement are in Focus All eyes are now on the FOMC Meeting. The market nearly expects the first rate cut in ages, about 25 basis points(bps). If it happens, it may loosen lending, free up liquidity, and push Bitcoin, and especially altcoins, upward. But if the FOMC Meeting surprises hawkishly, the opposite would likely happen. Ethereum staking becomes more attractive in lower‑rate spaces, as Solana has already been reacting to this possible pivot. The FOMC Meeting could be the trigger that defines momentum for months. For now, CME fedwatch is giving more than 96% probability on rate cuts for this week meeting, while 91% of crypto bros are betting on 25 bps cut on PolyMarket. (source – CME FedWatch) DISCOVER: Next 1000X Crypto: 10+ Crypto Tokens That Can Hit 1000x in 2025 SEC Gemini Settlement: A Quiet End, But Future Questions Loom In the US, the SEC Gemini settlement over the Earn program is nearing completion. While no admission of wrongdoing, it ends years of legal burden. But let’s be clear, while Avalanche is a promising chain, placing it on par with Ethereum or Bitcoin is more meme than fact. Even with Bitwise making institutional noise, AVAX ▲7.55% is still far from elite. avalanchePriceMarket CapAVAX$14.02B24h7d1y DISCOVER: Next 1000X Crypto: 10+ Crypto Tokens That Can Hit 1000x in 2025 Read the full story here. 2 hours ago AVAX Price Prediction Shoots High Amid AVAX ETF Application By Akiyama Felix The Avalanche crypto is making headlines after crypto asset manager Bitwise filed an S-1 application with the SEC to launch the first spot AVAX ETF, sparking renewed excitement around AVAX price prediction trends. AVAX climbed to $30 following the news, as traders began speculating that the ETF could be the catalyst to ignite the next altcoin bull run. Historically, ETF filings for Bitcoin and Ethereum have triggered massive rallies of institutional demand, and many now believe Avalanche could be next in line as FOMO builds across the crypto market. If approved, the Bitwise AVAX ETF would make it easier for traditional investors to gain exposure to Avalanche without directly holding crypto, potentially unlocking billions in new liquidity for the network and driving AVAX prices to fresh yearly highs. avalanchePriceMarket CapAVAX$14.02B24h7d1y Read the full article here. The post Latest Crypto News Today, September 16: Nvidia Monopoly Business in China, Expecting FOMC Meeting Result as SEC Ends Gemini Lawsuit appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Michael Saylor has just purchased 525 more Bitcoins, increasing Strategy’s total BTC holdings to 638,985, valued at approximately $73B. Anchored in Saylor’s thesis that Bitcoin is superior to gold, Strategy has parked its cash reserves in $BTC, shielding itself from inflation and currency fluctuations. Saylor’s investment has made Strategy the largest corporate holder of $BTC in the world. Despite a recent dip in the Strategy’s stock price, several companies and some US states are considering similar moves with their own treasuries. Strategy’s massive $BTC buy has strengthened investor confidence in Bitcoin’s future, increasing demand for Bitcoin-related projects, such as Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER), that aim to enhance Bitcoin blockchain performance. The Bitcoin Reserve Race: Who’s Winning the Hunt for the Biggest Digital Treasury? Several countries hold large $BTC reserves through mining operations, law enforcement seizures, and strategic purchases: The US ranks #1 with 198,012 $BTC in its reserves, valued at over $22B. It also officially institutionalized Bitcoin through a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve executive order. China holds roughly 194,000 $BTC. Despite the country’s strict crypto bans, these dormant crypto stashes remain sizable. The UK holds roughly 61,245 $BTC, worth over $7B. Ukraine has 46,351 $BTC worth over $5B Bhutan is holding on to 11,286 $BTC (over $1.3B at today’s price) El Salvador is sitting on 6,320 $BTC ($731M) Other $BTC-holding countries include the UAE, Venezuela, and Finland. Governments are using Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset, hedging against inflation and for economic planning. But that’s not all. The corporate world is following the same playbook, adopting parallel strategies for accumulating Bitcoin and its role as a modern store of wealth: Strategy: The largest corporate BTC holder, owning 638,985 $BTC worth $73B. Marathon Digital Holdings: Holds 52,477 $BTC, valued at approximately $6B, accumulated through mining operations. Twenty-One (XXI): Holds 43,514 $BTC in its treasury, valued at over $5B. The massive corporate $BTC adoption has increased institutional and retail market confidence in the coin. This sentiment has spilled over to Bitcoin Hyper’s presale, significantly increasing demand for the token. Bitcoin Hyper Presale Skyrockets on the Back of Saylor’s $73B $BTC Hoard—Is This the Next 100x? Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) is a Layer 2 scalability solution on the Bitcoin ecosystem that integrates with the SVM for faster and efficient execution. The token not only upgrades the slow and aging Bitcoin blockchain, but also allows developers, builders, and degens to engage in high-speed, high-octane transactions and dApps. While designed to supercharge the Bitcoin ecosystem, $HYPER also unlocks a variety of utilities including: Every transaction, every stake, and every vote runs on $HYPER. It’s $BTC on steroids — bridge your $BTC in, and suddenly transactions fly in milliseconds with near-zero fees. No more boomer-chain lag. Offers Solana speed, $ETH liquidity, and $BTC security. Serves as a MemeFi Playground, allowing degens to finally spin up meme coins, DAOs, and DeFi apps on Bitcoin. That’s giga-chad cultural flow straight into $HYPER. The token is hard-anchored to $BTC, inheriting Satoshi-tier security unlike vapor chains. Want the full scoop? Check out what Bitcoin Hyper is planning in our guide. Bitcoin Hyper is currently priced at $0.012925, just a hair under its official listing price of $0.012975, meaning you can secure some gains already without any whale premium or retail markup. Whales are already circling — with two big buys of $31.5K and $27.1K yesterday, totaling $58.6K in fresh $HYPER. If the roadmap is met, our Bitcoin Hyper price prediction indicate that $HYPER could reach $0.02595 by the end of 2025 (approximately 100% ROI), $0.08625 by the end of 2026 (567%), and potentially as high as $0.253 by 2030 (around 2,100% ROI). On top of this, staking offers a 70% APY. A $500 bag today locks in about 38,685 $HYPER. By the end of the year, you would pocket an extra $350 in rewards alone—pure passive yield before the token even makes its first big run. $HYPER’s presale is an excellent opportunity for early birds to secure the token before it lists on CEXs, with front-row seats to airdrops, staking, and token launch allowlists. Learn how to buy and secure your $HYPER tokens.2 The subsequent $HYPER price increase is expected tomorrow. To lock in early-bird pricing before the jump, join the presale today. This is not financial advice, so do your own research before investing! Authored by Aaron Walker, NewsBTC – https://www.newsbtc.com/news/strategy-holds-73b-bitcoin-hyper-next

On Monday, the EUR/USD pair continued its upward move, as I expected, and on Tuesday morning reached the target – the resistance zone at 1.1789–1.1802. A rebound from this zone would favor the U.S. dollar and a decline toward the 76.4% corrective level at 1.1695. Consolidation above this zone would increase the probability of continued growth toward the next Fibonacci level of 127.2% – 1.1896. The wave structure on the hourly chart remains simple and clear. The last completed upward wave broke the peak of the previous one, while the last downward wave did not break the prior low. Thus, the trend can now be considered bullish, although not the strongest or most confident. The latest labor market data and changing Fed policy outlook support only the bulls. On Monday, there were no significant events. Even Christine Lagarde's speech could hardly be considered one, given last week's ECB meeting. But the clock is ticking, and by tomorrow evening the results of the FOMC meeting will be known. While traders are not doubting a 0.25% rate cut, in my view, a lot of important information will come out. Already now there is a clear split among Fed policymakers. Some are ready to vote for a 0.50% cut, some take a less dovish but still dovish position, and some want to keep the rate unchanged. Most likely, "moderate doves" will prevail on Wednesday evening. However, the more policymakers vote and speak in favor of aggressive easing, the deeper the U.S. dollar may fall. A dovish tone alone already brings nothing good for the dollar. Donald Trump continues to demand the maximum possible rate cut, but his "influence" within the Fed is not yet enough to dictate the outcome. Thus, I believe the scenario most traders expect will be realized, but the details of the meeting, not the decision itself, will be crucial, as the market is already prepared for it. On the 4-hour chart, the pair consolidated above the horizontal corridor, allowing traders to count on further growth toward the 161.8% corrective level at 1.1854. No developing divergences are observed today on any indicators. A rebound from 1.1854 would favor the U.S. dollar and some decline, while consolidation above this level would increase the pair's chances of continuing upward toward the next level at 1.2066. Commitments of Traders (COT) report: During the last reporting week, professional players opened 2,389 long positions and closed 3,696 short positions. Sentiment among the "Non-commercial" group remains bullish, supported by Donald Trump, and is strengthening over time. The total number of long positions held by speculators is now 258,000, compared to 132,000 shorts. The gap is practically twofold. In addition, note the number of green cells in the table above, indicating strong accumulation of euro positions. In most cases, interest in the euro is rising while interest in the dollar is falling. For thirty-one consecutive weeks, large players have been reducing shorts and increasing longs. Trump's policies remain the most significant factor for traders, as they could cause numerous problems with long-term and structural consequences for the U.S. Despite the signing of several key trade agreements, many important economic indicators continue to decline. News calendar for the U.S. and the Eurozone: Eurozone – Industrial production (09:00 UTC).Germany – ZEW Economic Sentiment Index (09:00 UTC).U.S. – Retail sales (12:30 UTC).U.S. – Industrial production (13:15 UTC).On September 16, the economic calendar contains four approximately equal entries. The impact of the news background on market sentiment on Tuesday may be moderate. EUR/USD forecast and trader tips: Selling the pair can be considered today on a rebound from the 1.1789–1.1802 zone on the hourly chart with a target at 1.1695. Buying was possible at the end of last week after closing above 1.1695 with a target at 1.1789–1.1802. That target has been reached. New buys should be considered after closing above this zone with a target at 1.1896. The Fibonacci grids are built from 1.1789–1.1392 on the hourly chart and from 1.1214–1.0179 on the 4-hour chart. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

After a terrible start to its launch back in July this year, the PUMP token has finally found its spark, managing to lead the recent market recovery. The Pump.Fun native token rose by over 140% over the last month, featuring prominently at the top of the gainers’ list during this time. A slowdown has since rocked the altcoin after this, but it may not be the end of the story. Pump.Fun Surpasses Hyperliquid In Daily Revenue In an interesting turn of events, Pump.Fun, the native platform behind the PUMP token, has overtaken Hyperliquid in terms of daily revenue. Hyperliquid, an on-chain perps trading platform, has been the third-highest on-chain revenue generator, right behind stablecoin issuers Tether and Circle. This meant that Hyperliquid was the number 1 decentralized finance (DeFi) platform and non-stablecoin issuer in terms of revenue, averaging over $2.5 million daily. Its high revenue generation was also instrumental in driving up the value of its native HYPE token. Part of its revenue went into token buybacks, pushing up demand for the altcoin. However, with the recent development, Pump.Fun has now dethroned Hyperliquid, pushing it into the fourth position. PUMP now reigns at 3rd position, after recording $3.12 million in daily revenue, compared to the $3 million generated by the Hyperliquid platform for the same time period. While Hyperliquid continues to lead over longer timeframes, such as weekly and monthly, the recent rise in the Pump.Fun revenue could have very bullish implications for its native token. Why The PUMP Token Price Can Benefit From This The rise in the Pump.Fun metric to flip Hyperliquid is bullish for the PUMP price in the fact that the platform also uses almost 100% of its revenue to actually buyback the token. This was highlighted by crypto analyst Kaduna in an X post, explaining that this could pump the price. According to Kaduna, the PUMP token is still massively undervalued at a $2.8 billion market cap compared to HYPE’s $14.4 billion market cap. He also points out that the streaming service on the Pump.Fun website is just starting, something which is also bullish for the platform. If the revenue continues and the buybacks are notable, then it is possible that the PUMP price is headed to new all-time highs. At the time of writing, the price is only sitting 30% below its $0.01214 all-time high that was recorded back in July.

On the hourly chart, the GBP/USD pair continued to rise on Monday, worked through the resistance zone of 1.3611–1.3620, and on Tuesday morning closed above it. Thus, the pound continues to gain momentum, bulls keep attacking, and quotes keep rising toward the next Fibonacci level of 127.2% – 1.3708. The wave structure continues to shift to a bullish stance. The last completed downward wave did not break the previous low, while the new upward wave broke the last peak. Therefore, the trend can currently be considered bullish. The news background does not allow bears to launch a serious offensive. On Monday, traders received no significant data, but bulls still kept pressing, as nothing positive for the U.S. dollar is expected on Wednesday or Thursday. On Wednesday evening, the FOMC may take a more dovish stance than markets expect, while on Thursday afternoon the Bank of England will maintain its current monetary policy parameters. These two factors alone are enough for bulls to keep building positions. This morning, three reports came out in the UK but did not affect traders' sentiment. The unemployment rate in July remained at 4.7%, the number of new unemployed rose by 17,400 (broadly in line with forecasts), and wage growth came in at 4.8% (also in line with expectations). Thus, the statistics were neutral. Tomorrow morning, the UK will release the Consumer Price Index, the final report before the BoE meeting. I am sure the regulator will take this report into account, especially if inflation accelerates again, contrary to forecasts. Either way, inflation in Britain is rising, which prevents the MPC from rushing into policy easing. And the pound continues to benefit from central bank actions. In 2025, virtually everything is in favor of the pound and the euro. On the 4-hour chart, the pair continues its upward move after consolidating above the 1.3378–1.3435 zone. Thus, growth may extend toward the next corrective level of 127.2% – 1.3795. The chart picture is currently mixed, with traders pushing the pair back and forth. At the moment, I advise paying more attention to the hourly chart, where there are more levels and it is easier to work with waves. No emerging divergences are seen on any indicators. Commitments of Traders (COT) report: The sentiment of the "Non-commercial" category of traders did not change over the last reporting week. The number of long positions among speculators decreased by 1,213, while shorts fell by 748. The gap between longs and shorts now stands at roughly 75,000 versus 109,000. Still, the pound leans toward growth, and traders lean toward buying. In my view, the pound still faces downside risks. The news background in the first six months of the year was disastrous for the U.S. dollar, but it is gradually stabilizing. Trade tensions are easing, major deals are being signed, and the U.S. economy should recover in Q2 thanks to tariffs and investments. At the same time, prospects of Fed policy easing in the second half of the year have already created strong pressure on the dollar, as the U.S. labor market weakens and unemployment rises. Therefore, I see no grounds for a "dollar trend" just yet. News calendar for the U.S. and the UK: UK – Unemployment rate (06:00 UTC).UK – Change in average hourly earnings (06:00 UTC).UK – Change in claimant count (06:00 UTC).U.S. – Retail sales (12:30 UTC).U.S. – Industrial production (13:15 UTC).On September 16, the economic calendar featured five entries, three of which had already been released and did not affect trader sentiment. The news background will continue to influence market sentiment on Tuesday. GBP/USD forecast and trader tips: Selling the pair is possible on a rebound from the 1.3708 level on the hourly chart with the target at the 1.3611–1.3620 zone. Buying was possible after closing above the 1.3611–1.3620 zone with the target at 1.3708. The Fibonacci grids are built from 1.3586–1.3139 on the hourly chart and from 1.3431–1.2104 on the 4-hour chart. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

The British pound failed to fully benefit from the positive UK statistics. According to official data, the UK labour market continued to cool over the summer as companies prepared for further tax increases, which will weigh on the economy. The Office for National Statistics reported that the number of employees fell by another 8,000 in August, marking the seventh consecutive decline. This was only slightly better than economists' forecasts. Wage growth excluding bonuses over three months slowed to 4.8%, the lowest in three years. Private sector wage growth, closely watched by the Bank of England, slowed to 4.7%. The unemployment rate remained at a four-year high of 4.7%, while the number of job vacancies continued to shrink. Clearly, the slowdown in labour market activity has manifested in rising unemployment, fewer vacancies, and weaker wage growth, highlighting the growing pressure on the UK economy. Even the modest rise in unemployment is a warning sign, suggesting companies are increasingly forced to cut costs amid mounting uncertainty. The decline in vacancies confirms weakening demand for labour, as firms become more cautious about expansion. Slower wage growth, while potentially helping to restrain inflation, also reduces consumer purchasing power, which in turn may negatively affect consumer demand and economic growth. Overall, the state of the UK labour market indicates that the country's economy is slowing. Further tax hikes could weaken economic activity even more and worsen labour market conditions. These figures also dealt another blow to Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves, who has been criticised for triggering the slowdown with steep increases in payroll and minimum wage taxes in April. Companies and consumers are now bracing for another round of tax hikes in the November 26 budget to cover a new gap in public finances. At the same time, this data may not ease the Bank of England's inflation concerns. While BoE Governor Andrew Bailey has stressed the weakness of the labour market, officials are increasingly worried that the recent inflation surge is leading consumers to expect sustained price growth. Rising food and energy bills pushed inflation to its highest level in 18 months, and data due tomorrow is expected to show that price growth remains high at 3.8%, nearly double the Bank of England's 2% target. Over the past month, traders have revised expectations for BoE rate cuts and no longer forecast further easing this year. The nine-member Monetary Policy Committee is expected to keep the key rate at 4% on Thursday. As for the current technical picture of GBP/USD, buyers need to push above the nearest resistance at 1.3645. Only then can they target 1.3675, above which a breakout will be difficult. The ultimate target would be the 1.3710 level. In case of a decline, bears will attempt to regain control at 1.3610. If they succeed, a breakout of this range will severely damage bullish positions and push GBP/USD down to the 1.3585 low, with prospects of extending toward 1.3550. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

Trend analysis (Fig. 1). On Tuesday, the market from the level of 1.3595 (closing of yesterday's daily candle) may continue upward movement with the target at 1.3624 – historical resistance level (blue dotted line). When testing this level, the price may begin moving downward with the target at 1.3593 – upper fractal (yellow dotted line). Fig. 1 (daily chart). Comprehensive analysis: Indicator analysis – upward;Volumes – upward;Candlestick analysis – upward;Trend analysis – upward;Bollinger Bands – upward;Weekly chart – upward.Overall conclusion: upward trend. Alternative scenario: from the level of 1.3595 (closing of yesterday's daily candle), the price may start moving upward with the target at 1.3682 – target level 161.8% (red dotted line). When testing this level, the price may then begin moving downward with the target at 1.3624 – historical resistance level (blue dotted line). The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

We introduce you to the daily updated section of Forex analytics where you will find reviews from forex experts, up-to-date monitoring of financial information as well as online forecasts of exchange rates of the US dollar, euro, ruble, bitcoin, and other currencies for today, tomorrow and this trading week.Useful links: My other articles are available in this section InstaForex course for beginners Popular Analytics Open trading account Important: The begginers in forex trading need to be very careful when making decisions about entering the market. Before the release of important reports, it is best to stay out of the market to avoid being caught in sharp market fluctuations due to increased volatility. If you decide to trade during the news release, then always place stop orders to minimize losses. Without placing stop orders, you can very quickly lose your entire deposit, especially if you do not use money management and trade large volumes. For successful trading, you need to have a clear trading plan and stay focues and disciplined. Spontaneous trading decision based on the current market situation is an inherently losing strategy for a scalper or daytrader. #instaforex #analysis #sebastianseliga The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

Wall Street starts the week on a high US stock markets closed Monday with solid gains. Both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached fresh intraday records as investors turned their attention to the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting scheduled later this week. Musk boosts Tesla stake Shares of Tesla advanced 3.6 percent after filings revealed that CEO Elon Musk purchased nearly one billion dollars' worth of the electric-car maker's stock on Friday. Alphabet hits new milestone Google's parent company Alphabet set a historic benchmark, with its market capitalization crossing the three trillion dollar threshold for the first time. Fed meeting in focus All eyes are now on the Federal Open Market Committee gathering, set for September 16–17. Market participants widely expect the Fed to trim interest rates by 25 basis points, following recent labor data that suggested weakening employment trends. Market snapshot Dow Jones Industrial Average added 49.23 points, or 0.11 percent, to close at 45,883.45;S&P 500 gained 30.99 points, or 0.47 percent, finishing at 6,615.28;Nasdaq Composite rose 207.65 points, or 0.94 percent, ending the day at 22,348.75.Tech resilience leads the way The previous week also brought growth across the major US indexes. On Friday, both the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 once again touched intraday highs, underscoring the continued strength of technology stocks. Dow feels the drag Shares of McDonald's and Procter & Gamble weighed on the Dow, preventing the index from posting stronger gains. CoreWeave strikes major deal with Nvidia CoreWeave shares jumped 7.6 percent after the data center operator announced an agreement with Nvidia. Under the deal, the chipmaker will purchase all unsold cloud capacity from CoreWeave. The initial value of the agreement is estimated at 6.3 billion dollars. Meanwhile, Kerrisdale Capital disclosed a short position against CoreWeave. Asian markets show optimism On Tuesday, Asian equities advanced while the dollar weakened. Traders are betting that the Federal Reserve will resume its easing cycle this week and may leave the door open for further rate cuts. Politics in the background Markets paid little attention to political developments in Washington. The Senate narrowly approved the nomination of Stephen Miran to the Fed's Board of Governors, while a US appeals court separately rejected Donald Trump's bid to remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook. All eyes on the Fed Neither decision is seen as likely to influence the outcome of the Fed's Wednesday meeting. A quarter-point rate cut is already fully priced into market expectations. Sentiment remains upbeat Anticipation of easier monetary policy has fueled positive momentum in recent sessions. This optimism has pushed equities to fresh highs, underscoring investor confidence. Asian markets hit new highs The MSCI broad index for Asia-Pacific shares excluding Japan climbed to its highest level in more than four years on Tuesday, gaining 0.7 percent. Japanese benchmarks Nikkei and Topix also set fresh records. Europe opens steady EUROSTOXX 50 futures remained flat, while FTSE contracts rose 0.08 percent and DAX futures edged up 0.03 percent. Fed outlook in the spotlight Markets are awaiting updated interest rate projections in the form of the so-called dot plot, along with comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on the pace and scale of potential easing. Current futures pricing reflects expectations for a 127-basis-point reduction by mid-2026, meaning anything short of a dovish stance could disappoint investors. Diverging trends in China and Hong Kong Hong Kong's Hang Seng index inched up 0.08 percent, while China's blue-chip CSI300 slipped 0.38 percent. Wall Street maintains momentum Nasdaq futures gained 0.14 percent and S&P 500 futures advanced 0.08 percent, following record highs reached by both benchmarks in the previous session. Nvidia under scrutiny Nvidia shares closed slightly lower on Monday after Beijing accused the AI chipmaker of violating antitrust regulations, marking the latest escalation in the US-China trade dispute. TikTok deal takes shape Meanwhile, officials from Washington and Beijing announced a framework agreement to bring TikTok under US control. The arrangement is expected to be finalized during a phone call between Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday. Dollar retreats The Federal Reserve's rate cut weighed heavily on the greenback, sending it on Tuesday to its lowest level since late July against a basket of major currencies. European currencies advance The British pound climbed to 1.3624 dollars, its strongest level in more than two months. The euro followed suit, reaching 1.1787, the highest since July 24. Aussie dollar touches new peakThe risk-sensitive Australian dollar hit a ten-month high of 0.6677 dollars before easing slightly. By the end of the session, it had slipped 0.1 percent to 0.6662 dollars. Treasury yields steady US government bond yields held largely unchanged after the previous session's decline. The two-year yield stood at 3.5366 percent, while the ten-year benchmark remained at 4.0375 percent. Oil prices inch higher Brent crude futures rose 0.25 percent to 67.61 dollars a barrel. US crude gained 0.27 percent, settling at 63.47 dollars a barrel. Gold hits record high Spot gold surged to an all-time peak of 3689.27 dollars an ounce, buoyed by a weaker dollar and easing expectations for further Fed action. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

Trend analysis (Fig. 1). On Tuesday, the market from the level of 1.1760 (closing of yesterday's daily candle) may continue upward movement with the target at 1.1788 – the upper fractal (yellow dotted line). When testing this level, the price may pull back downward to test the upper fractal at 1.1774 (daily candle from 15.09.2025). Fig. 1 (daily chart). Comprehensive analysis: Indicator analysis – upward;Volumes – upward;Candlestick analysis – upward;Trend analysis – upward;Bollinger Bands – upward;Weekly chart – upward.Overall conclusion: upward trend. Alternative scenario: from the level of 1.1760 (closing of yesterday's daily candle), the price may continue moving upward with the target at 1.1829 – historical resistance level (blue dotted line). When testing this level, the price may pull back downward to test the upper fractal at 1.1788 (yellow dotted line). The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

Gold set a new record this week as traders and investors anticipate more dovish actions from the Federal Reserve, including further rate cuts in the coming months. On Tuesday, the price of gold surpassed Monday's all-time high of about $3,685 per ounce, also supported by the US dollar dropping to its lowest level in over seven weeks. While this week's rate cut is already priced in, the Fed will also release its quarterly economic and rate projections—known as the "dot plot"—and Fed Chair Jerome Powell will hold a press conference after the decision. The latest surge in the precious metal indicates growing uncertainty about global economic stability and rising inflation expectations. Investors, fearing depreciation in fiat currencies, are seeking a safe haven in gold, which is traditionally regarded as a store of value during turbulent periods. The upcoming Fed rate decision is the key event this week, closely watched by market participants. Expectations of a dovish monetary policy—including a rate cut tomorrow and likely more to come—are fueling gold demand, since lower interest rates make alternative investments like bonds less attractive. Beyond Fed expectations, other factors are also supporting gold's price growth. Geopolitical tensions, renewed military escalation in Israel, trade wars, and political instability in various regions of the world are all driving demand for safe-haven assets. In addition, active gold purchases by central banks in several countries are also supporting the ongoing uptrend. Meanwhile, growing pressure from US President Donald Trump on the Fed—including his attempts to force Governor Lisa Cook's resignation—has further fueled demand for gold. This year, gold has already risen more than 40%, outperforming major assets such as the S&P 500, and it recently exceeded its inflation-adjusted peak reached in 1980. Goldman Sachs Group Inc. predicts that the price of gold could approach $5,000 per ounce if even 1% of private Treasury holdings shift into the precious metal. From a technical standpoint, buyers now need to overcome the nearest resistance at $3,705. This would open a path to $3,756, above which breaking higher will be quite challenging. The most distant target is the $3,813 area. If gold declines, bears will attempt to seize control at $3,658. If successful, a break below this range could deal a serious blow to the bulls and push gold to a low of $3,600 with the prospect of reaching $3,562. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

On-chain data shows inflows into Bitcoin have recently been so large that they outweigh the cumulative capital that entered BTC in its first 15 years. Bitcoin Realized Cap Shows Acceleration In Inflows Recently In a new post on X, CryptoQuant founder and CEO Ki Young Ju has shared the trend in the Realized Cap of Bitcoin over its entire history. The “Realized Cap” here refers to an on-chain indicator that measures, in short, the total amount of capital that the investors as a whole have put into the cryptocurrency. When the value of this metric rises, it means the investors are feeding a net amount of capital into the network. On the other hand, it going down suggests the cryptocurrency is facing outflows. Now, here is the chart shared by Young Ju that shows how the Realized Cap has developed over the history of Bitcoin: As displayed in the above graph, the Bitcoin Realized Cap saw an acceleration in 2024, implying capital started to enter into the digital asset at a faster rate. In the past year and a half, the metric has seen an explosive growth of $625 billion. Interestingly, between 2009 and 2024, the Realized Cap cumulatively grew by $435 billion. This means that not only have recent capital flows overtaken these inflows that occurred over a much longer timespan, they have actually gained a notable distance. The much sharper capital inflows are a reflection of how BTC is growing as an asset. A relatively modest amount of inflows may have been enough to double the asset’s value in the past, but today, a huge amount of capital is needed to move the needle. A new catalyst for growth this cycle has been in the form of the spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs). These investment vehicles allow investors to gain exposure to Bitcoin without having to own any sats themselves. This has made these funds a popular way to invest for the traditional traders unfamiliar with cryptocurrency wallets and exchanges, and brought in previously untapped capital. In some other news, on-chain analytics firm Glassnode has shared an update on how Bitcoin investor cohort behavior has recently looked from the lens of the Accumulation Trend Score. This indicator tells us about whether the BTC holders are buying or selling right now. Below is the chart posted by Glassnode that shows the trend in the metric for the various investor groups. From the chart, it’s visible that the indicator is in the neutral-to-distribution region for all groups currently, a sign that the Bitcoin investors as a whole are in a phase of selling. BTC Price At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading around $115,400, up 3% over the last week.

Yesterday, Bitcoin slipped down to the $114,600 area and spent most of the day there. Today, however, active buying with the opening of the European session is an encouraging sign. The key question is whether BTC can stay above $116,000 rather than fall further as it did yesterday—we'll know soon. If Bitcoin does hold this level, the road to $117,000 and $119,000 opens up. Ethereum remained at the same levels as yesterday. Meanwhile, some crypto market experts—including Arthur Hayes—expect that once the Fed launches QE, BTC could reach $200,000 by the end of 2025. Under favorable conditions, Bitcoin could rise to $250,000, and by the end of 2028, it could reach $1,000,000. These ambitious forecasts are based on several key factors. First, the expected resumption of quantitative easing (QE) by the Fed is likely to inject more liquidity into financial markets, stimulating investment in riskier assets, including cryptocurrencies. This scenario assumes that low interest rates and continued monetary stimulus will support Bitcoin over the long term. Second, growing institutional interest in Bitcoin—reflected by rising trading volumes on regulated platforms and the advent of new investment vehicles like ETFs—lays the groundwork for further price appreciation. Institutional investors, with their large resources, can boost liquidity and reduce volatility, making Bitcoin more attractive to a broader audience. However, it's important to remember that the crypto market remains highly volatile and sensitive to regulatory shifts, technological innovation, and macroeconomic factors. Therefore, such price forecasts should be treated with caution, keeping risks in mind while investing in cryptocurrencies. For intraday crypto strategies, I'll continue looking to buy into major dips in Bitcoin and Ethereum, aiming to capitalize on the still-intact medium-term bull market. For short-term trading, today's strategy is outlined below. BitcoinBuy ScenarioScenario #1: I plan to buy Bitcoin today at an entry point around $116,100, targeting a rise to $117,400. Around $117,400, I'll exit longs and sell on the bounce. Before entering a breakout long, confirm the 50-day moving average is below the current price and the Awesome Oscillator is above zero.Scenario #2: Buy Bitcoin from the lower boundary at $115,200 if there's no major downside reaction, aiming for a rebound to $116,100 and $117,400.Sell ScenarioScenario #1: I plan to sell Bitcoin at $115,200, targeting a fall to $114,000. Around $110,900, I'll exit shorts and buy on the bounce. Before entering a breakout short, confirm the 50-day moving average is above the current price and the Awesome Oscillator is below zero.Scenario #2: Sell Bitcoin from the upper boundary at $116,100 if there's no bullish breakout, targeting moves down to $115,200 and $114,000. EthereumBuy ScenarioScenario #1: I plan to buy Ethereum today at around $4,554, targeting a rise to $4,655. Around $4,655, I'll exit longs and sell on the bounce. Before entering a breakout long, confirm the 50-day moving average is below the current price and the Awesome Oscillator is above zero.Scenario #2: Buy Ethereum from the lower boundary at $4,497 if there's no negative reaction to a breakdown, targeting reversals to $4,554 and $4,655.Sell ScenarioScenario #1: I plan to sell Ethereum at $4,497, targeting a drop to $4,417. Around $4,417, I'll exit shorts and buy on the bounce. Before entering a breakout short, confirm the 50-day moving average is above the current price and the Awesome Oscillator is below zero.Scenario #2: Sell Ethereum from the upper boundary at $4,554 if there is no strong follow-up to the breakout, targeting moves to $4,497 and $4,417.The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

Trade Review and Advice on Trading the Japanese YenThe test of 147.45 coincided with MACD moving far above zero, which limited the pair's upside potential. For this reason, I did not buy the dollar, which turned out to be correct. A sharp 0.5% rise in Japan's services activity index supported the yen. As a key part of the Japanese economy, growth in services reflects improved consumer and business confidence, potentially boosting domestic demand and easing recession fears, which favorably affects the attractiveness of the yen. Still, one indicator should not be overestimated. The situation on the currency markets is complex and influenced by many factors, including tomorrow's interest rate decision by the Federal Reserve. The yen's long-term strength will depend on sustained growth and a tighter Bank of Japan policy, which has so far this year been in no hurry to raise rates further, only occasionally mentioning such a possibility. Since the BoJ has been reluctant to hike further this year, yen appreciation depends heavily on economic resilience and foreign capital inflows. Otherwise, the current rebound may just be a pause before renewed weakening. As for the intraday strategy, I will focus more on implementing scenarios #1 and #2. Buy ScenarioScenario #1: Buy USD/JPY at 147.12 (green line) with a target of 147.53 (thicker green line). Exit at 147.53 and consider shorts for a 30–35 pip reversal. Best to buy on corrections and deeper pullbacks. Important! Confirm MACD is above zero and just starting to rise before buying.Scenario #2: Buy if there are two consecutive tests of 146.88 when the MACD is oversold. This would limit downside and trigger a reversal upward. Targets: 147.12 and 147.53.Sell ScenarioScenario #1: Sell only after a breakout below 146.88 (red line), targeting 146.48, where I plan to exit and reverse into buys for a 20–25 pip bounce. Prefer selling at higher levels. Important! Confirm MACD is below zero and just starting to fall before selling.Scenario #2: Sell if there are two consecutive tests of 147.12 when MACD is overbought. This would limit upside and trigger a reversal downward. Targets: 146.88 and 146.48. What's on the Chart:Thin green line – entry price at which the instrument can be bought. Thick green line – suggested price for taking profit or manually securing profits, as further growth above this level is unlikely. Thin red line – entry price at which the instrument can be sold. Thick red line – suggested price for taking profit or manually securing profits, as further decline below this level is unlikely. MACD indicator: When entering the market, it is important to refer to overbought and oversold areas. Important. Beginner forex traders should exercise extreme caution when making entry decisions. Before important fundamental reports, it is best to stay out of the market to avoid sharp price swings. If you decide to trade during the release of news, always use stop-loss orders to minimize losses. Without stop-losses, you can quickly lose your entire deposit, especially if you don't use money management and trade large volumes. And remember: for successful trading, you need a clear trading plan, as I described above. Making spontaneous trading decisions based on the current market situation from moment to moment is a losing strategy for an intraday trader. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

Trade Review and Advice on Trading the British PoundThe first test of 1.3588 coincided with MACD moving far below zero, which limited downside potential. For this reason, I did not sell the pound. The second test at 1.3588 occurred when MACD was in oversold territory, allowing Scenario #2 to play out with a 20-pip rise. Today, reports on U.K. jobless claims, the unemployment rate, and average earnings will be published. Together, these reports offer a comprehensive view of labor market conditions, and their simultaneous publication creates a powerful flow of information that requires careful analysis. The change in the number of applications for unemployment benefits serves as a clear indicator of short-term employment trends. A sudden increase in applications may indicate slowing economic growth or specific issues within certain sectors, prompting companies to cut back on their workforce. On the other hand, a decrease in the number of applications suggests an improving labor market and greater business confidence. The unemployment rate, in turn, provides a broader view of the situation, reflecting the share of the working population actively looking for work. This indicator is often used as a key benchmark for determining the monetary policy of the Bank of England. Low unemployment can lead to inflationary pressure. Finally, the change in the level of average earnings is critical for assessing inflation risks and the dynamics of consumer demand. Wage growth can stimulate consumer spending, thereby supporting economic growth. However, excessive growth without a corresponding increase in productivity can lead to a rise in inflation, forcing the central bank to take measures to contain it. As for the intraday strategy, I will focus more on implementing scenarios #1 and #2. Buy ScenarioScenario #1: Buy at 1.3628 (green line) with a target of 1.3662 (thicker green line). Exit at 1.3662 and consider shorts for a 30–35 pip reversal. Growth is likely only as part of the ongoing uptrend. Important! Confirm MACD is above zero and just starting to rise before buying.Scenario #2: Buy if there are two consecutive tests of 1.3605 when MACD is oversold. This would limit downside and trigger a reversal upward. Targets: 1.3628 and 1.3662.Sell ScenarioScenario #1: Sell after a breakout below 1.3605 (red line). Target: 1.3567, where I plan to exit and reverse into buys for a 20–25 pip bounce. Sellers may become active at any moment. Important! Confirm MACD is below zero and just starting to fall before selling.Scenario #2: Sell if there are two consecutive tests of 1.3628 when MACD is overbought. This would limit upside and trigger a reversal downward. Targets: 1.3605 and 1.3567. What's on the Chart:Thin green line – entry price at which the instrument can be bought. Thick green line – suggested price for taking profit or manually securing profits, as further growth above this level is unlikely. Thin red line – entry price at which the instrument can be sold. Thick red line – suggested price for taking profit or manually securing profits, as further decline below this level is unlikely. MACD indicator: When entering the market, it is important to refer to overbought and oversold areas. Important. Beginner forex traders should exercise extreme caution when making entry decisions. Before important fundamental reports, it is best to stay out of the market to avoid sharp price swings. If you decide to trade during the release of news, always use stop-loss orders to minimize losses. Without stop-losses, you can quickly lose your entire deposit, especially if you don't use money management and trade large volumes. And remember: for successful trading, you need a clear trading plan, as I described above. Making spontaneous trading decisions based on the current market situation from moment to moment is a losing strategy for an intraday trader. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

Trade Review and Advice on Trading the EuroThe price test at 1.1773 coincided with the MACD indicator moving far above the zero mark, which limited the pair's upward potential. For this reason, I did not buy the euro. Yesterday, the euro continued its rise, with weak U.S. data helping it break through to new monthly highs. This morning, business confidence indicators in the eurozone and Germany from the ZEW research center, the German current conditions index, and fresh eurozone industrial production figures will be released. These will serve as key markers of the region's economic health. The ZEW Economic Sentiment Index will provide valuable information for assessing growth prospects in the eurozone and Germany. An increase would signal optimism among entrepreneurs and readiness to expand activity, potentially strengthening the euro. The German current conditions index, which reflects the economic climate, will add to the picture. However, given that things have not been running as smoothly since U.S. tariffs were imposed, it would not be surprising if the figure declines and comes in below economists' forecasts. Industrial production data will reveal the actual state of the industrial sector, the main driver of the economy. Growth, though unlikely, would indicate stronger demand, efficient resource use, and competitiveness of European businesses. Conversely, weak figures would reduce the incentive to buy euros. As for the intraday strategy, I will focus more on implementing scenarios #1 and #2. Buy ScenarioScenario #1: Buy the euro at 1.1788 (green line on the chart) with a target of 1.1816. Exit at 1.1816 and consider short positions for a reversal move of 30–35 pips. Euro growth is likely only if the data are strong. Important! Confirm that MACD is above zero and just starting to rise before buying.Scenario #2: Buy in case of two consecutive tests of 1.1771 when MACD is in oversold territory. This would limit downside potential and trigger an upward reversal—target levels: 1.1788 and 1.1816.Sell ScenarioScenario #1: Sell after reaching 1.1771 (red line on the chart). Target: 1.1747, where I plan to exit and reverse into buys for a 20–25 pip bounce. Selling pressure will return if the data are weak. Important! Confirm that MACD is below zero and just starting to fall before selling.Scenario #2: Sell if there are two consecutive tests of 1.1788 when MACD is in overbought territory. This would limit upside potential and trigger a reversal downward. Targets: 1.1771 and 1.1747. What's on the Chart:Thin green line – entry price at which the instrument can be bought. Thick green line – suggested price for taking profit or manually securing profits, as further growth above this level is unlikely. Thin red line – entry price at which the instrument can be sold. Thick red line – suggested price for taking profit or manually securing profits, as further decline below this level is unlikely. MACD indicator: When entering the market, it is important to refer to overbought and oversold areas. Important. Beginner forex traders should exercise extreme caution when making entry decisions. Before important fundamental reports, it is best to stay out of the market to avoid sharp price swings. If you decide to trade during the release of news, always use stop-loss orders to minimize losses. Without stop-losses, you can quickly lose your entire deposit, especially if you don't use money management and trade large volumes. And remember: for successful trading, you need a clear trading plan, as I described above. Making spontaneous trading decisions based on the current market situation from moment to moment is a losing strategy for an intraday trader. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

The U.S. dollar continued to lose ground actively, which comes as no surprise. The market is increasingly convinced that the Federal Reserve will be forced to act more dovishly, which undermines dollar buyers' confidence. This morning, the eurozone and Germany will release ZEW business sentiment indices, the ZEW current conditions index for Germany, and eurozone industrial production figures. These reports will be important indicators of the region's economic health, helping assess business confidence and industrial sector dynamics. The ZEW sentiment index, as a barometer of business expectations, will provide insight into the outlook for economic growth in the eurozone and Germany. An improvement would signal optimism among entrepreneurs and readiness to expand activity, which in turn could stimulate investment and job creation. The German current conditions index will complement this picture, showing how well the economy is performing at present. Any divergence between current conditions and expectations could point to potential risks or opportunities for policy adjustment. Industrial production data will reveal the actual state of the industrial sector, the engine of the economy. In the U.K., the morning will bring a series of labor market reports: changes in jobless claims, the unemployment rate, and average earnings dynamics. Jobless claims serve as a leading indicator of shifts in employment. A sharp increase may warn of slowing growth or sector-specific difficulties, while a decrease would signal improving labor market conditions and stronger business activity. The unemployment rate offers a broader picture, reflecting the share of the labor force actively seeking but unable to find work. Only very strong figures are likely to lift the pound. If the data match economists' expectations, the Mean Reversion strategy is preferable. If results are significantly above or below expectations, the Momentum strategy is more effective. Momentum Strategy (Breakout):EUR/USDBuys on a breakout above 1.1785 could lead to growth toward 1.1830 and 1.1866. Sells on a breakout below 1.1760 could push the euro down toward 1.1735 and 1.1703. GBP/USDBuys on a breakout above 1.3625 could push the pound toward 1.3645 and 1.3677. Sells on a breakout below 1.3610 could push it down toward 1.3580 and 1.3555. USD/JPYBuys on a breakout above 147.16 could drive the dollar higher toward 147.55 and 147.84. Sells on a breakout below 146.95 could trigger a decline toward 146.66 and 146.31. Mean Reversion Strategy (Pullbacks): EUR/USDSells after a failed breakout above 1.1795 with a return below this level. Buys after a failed breakout below 1.1758 with a return to this level. GBP/USDSells after a failed breakout above 1.3631 with a return below this level. Buys after a failed breakout below 1.3593 with a return to this level. AUD/USDSells after a failed breakout above 0.6679 with a return below this level. Buys after a failed breakout below 0.6660 with a return to this level. USD/CADSells after a failed breakout above 1.3784 with a return below this level. Buys after a failed breakout below 1.3761 with a return to this level. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

As investor anxiety grows over the possibility of a new bearish cycle, the case for Bitcoin (BTC) to resume its halted upward trajectory has gained significant traction among top market experts. Market analyst Ash Crypto recently highlighted several key factors, including demand and supply dynamics, a surge in US equities, and increasing inflows from exchange-traded funds (ETFs), suggesting that the current market conditions could favor Bitcoin’s resurgence. Market Makers Accused Of Manipulating Bitcoin Prices In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Ash pointed out that while US stocks are reaching new all-time highs, Bitcoin has struggled to break above the $117,000 mark, currently consolidating between $110,000 and $115,000. He argues that this situation is not indicative of weak demand, but rather the result of an alleged situation that is gaining strength among analysts: manipulation by market makers and exchanges. The analyst further highlights that historical data show Bitcoin’s price movements were primarily driven by spot market activities. Buyers would purchase coins, absorbing supply and driving prices higher. However, today’s landscape is markedly different. Ash Crypto suggests that the introduction of futures and derivatives has transformed how Bitcoin is traded. He alleges that exchanges discovered that creating synthetic Bitcoin contracts is often more profitable than dealing in actual spot Bitcoin. The analyst notes that this shift allows undisclosed cryptocurrency exchanges to manipulate market movements using leverage and bypass the need for tangible Bitcoin. What Historical Patterns Suggest Ash pointed out that a situation indicative of this alleged manipulation was when Bitcoin recently touched $124,000, market makers and larger investors quickly shorted the asset through futures and exchange-traded funds. This triggered a wave of liquidations for bullish investors that predicted a new leg up, causing the price of Bitcoin to plummet to the $107,000 mark only two weeks ago. The analyst noted that although US equities are experiencing significant growth and liquidity is flooding into risk assets, Bitcoin is still caught in a cycle of manipulation that obscures its true value. In short, spot demand for Bitcoin continues to build, ETFs are steadily absorbing more coins, cryptocurrency exchange reserves are dwindling, and long-term holders are refraining from selling. However, Ash Crypto notes that the presence of futures and derivatives for the cryptocurrency creates an “illusion of weakness,” reportedly designed to shake out retail investors from current market levels. Despite the current challenges, he notes that the current bullish cycle remains intact. Historical patterns from 2017 and 2021 show that Bitcoin often experiences periods of suppression and sideways movement before exploding higher, suggesting a potential new price discovery phase ahead for BTC. At the time of writing, Bitcoin was trading at around $114,969. It is still recording gains of nearly 3% and 6% in the seven- and fourteen-day time frames, respectively. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

Crypto markets enter a decisive week as investors brace for the Federal Reserve’s FOMC meeting on September 17, where a 25bps rate cut is widely expected. Bitcoin has already shown choppy price action, briefly slipping below $115K before regaining support, while traders eye potential volatility around the Fed’s decision. Attention is also shifting to Coinbase’s Base network after Jesse Pollak hinted at the possibility of launching a native token and a possible airdrop. With Bitcoin consolidating and new opportunities emerging, investors are asking which altcoins might be the best to buy right now. EXPLORE: Coinbase Is Thinking About a Token for Base Network Bitcoin BTC ▲0.29% fell around 2,36% on Monday, struggling near $115,000 as traditional markets gained ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision. While the S&P 500 and Nasdaq opened higher and gold surged to within $20 of record levels, BTC diverged with a “classic” pre-FOMC dip. (Source: AUXUSD) Analysts noted that Bitcoin often corrects into Fed meetings. Markets largely expect a 0.25% rate cut, which could serve as a catalyst for risk assets if confirmed. bitcoinPriceMarket CapBTC$2.30T24h7d1y Sentiment across markets remains cautious. While U.S. equities climb a “wall of worry,” large investors are still positioned net short on futures, a stance some see as contrarian fuel for continued gains. Meanwhile, the Crypto Fear & Greed Index sits at a neutral 50/100, reflecting indecision rather than euphoria as Bitcoin hovers just below price discovery. Best Altcoins to Buy? Base Weighs Network Token as Airdrop Speculation Builds Alongside Bitcoin’s price action, another development caught attention: Coinbase’s Base network may soon issue a native token. Jesse Pollak, founder of Base, said at the recent BaseCamp event that discussions are ongoing, though no final decision has been made. The idea marks a shift from Coinbase’s previous denials. The token, if launched, could support decentralization, governance, and developer incentives on one of Ethereum’s fastest-growing Layer-2 networks. With Base already securing around $5 billion in total value locked, community and regulatory input will be key as talks progress. 2 hours ago Dust Settles Over HYPE Price After Hyperliquid Stablecoin Decision By Fatima The dust is settling over Hyperliquid’s stablecoin partner decision, and now 99Bitcoins analysts are dissecting what’s next for HYPE price. HYPE price consolidation was rocked this week as the fast-growing derivatives exchange Hyperliquid concluded its highly anticipated stablecoin tender, with users voting to select Native Markets as issuer of the new USDH token. supreme financePriceMarket CapHYPE$168.35K24h7d1y The decision, finalized on September 15 after a week-long bidding process, marking one of the most significant developments yet in the $160Bn stablecoin sector. Read The Full Article Here The post [LIVE] Crypto News Today, September 16: Bitcoin Regains $115K, Base Airdrop Hints, and the Best Altcoins to Buy Now appeared first on 99Bitcoins.