December ETH Price Prediction · Posting Challenge 📈
With rate-cut expectations heating up in December, ETH sentiment turns bullish again.
We’re opening a prediction challenge — Spot the trend · Call the market · Win rewards 💰
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From all correct predictions, 5 winners will be randomly selected — 10 USDT each
Deadline 📅: December 11, 12:00 (UTC+8)
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Post your ETH price prediction on Gate Square, clearly stating a price range
(e.g. $3,200–$3,400, range must be < $200) and include the hashtag #ETHDecPrediction
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Example ①: #ETHDecPrediction Range: $3,150–
#美联储降息预测 The Federal Reserve will announce its latest interest rate decision at 3:00 a.m. Beijing time on December 11. The market widely expects a 25 basis point rate cut at this meeting, with a probability of over 89%.
The market has extremely high expectations for a 25BP Fed rate cut this time (probability over 84%). If the rate cut happens as expected, it could bring liquidity benefits to the crypto market, but caution is needed for a "buy the rumor, sell the news" scenario.
The key lies in Powell's guidance on the future rate path. If his comments are "dovish," it could spur BTC to challenge key resistance levels; if unexpectedly "hawkish," it could trigger sell-offs. In addition, global liquidity changes such as volatility in the Japanese bond market may also have an impact.
The Fed rate cut is a double-edged sword for the crypto market, with the core effects being increased liquidity and market sentiment volatility.
In the short term, the liquidity released by a rate cut could push up prices of crypto assets like Bitcoin, as capital seeks higher-yielding risk assets. However, the market often prices in expectations in advance. If the actual rate cut or subsequent statements fall short of expectations, it could trigger sharp volatility, or even a plunge.
In the long run, a rate cut cycle is generally favorable to the crypto market. Lower borrowing costs attract more institutional capital, increasing market activity and liquidity. At the same time, expectations of a weaker dollar could enhance Bitcoin’s appeal as “digital gold.”
In terms of trading strategy, high volatility is certain. Consider gradually building positions at key support levels (such as BTC’s $85K–$88K range), or use an options straddle strategy to play post-decision volatility. Be sure to control leverage and guard against liquidation risks amid sharp market swings.