As markets brace for the week, three major drivers stand out for investors: the Federal Reserve’s rate-decision, fresh economic data, and the ripple effect through the crypto ecosystem.

With macroeconomics and digital assets increasingly intertwined, staying ahead of these signals is more important than ever.

A Tipping Point at the Fed

The spotlight falls on the Fed’s meeting scheduled for October 28–29, 2025, where a 25-basis-point cut to the federal funds rate (targeting 3.75-4 %) is widely expected. This move follows a September reduction and reflects the central bank’s efforts to address a softening labour market alongside stubborn inflation.

But with the US government shutdown hampering access to key jobs data, the Fed is steering into unfamiliar terrain, with analysts warning o

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