The market has been a bit too quiet this week.

Bitcoin is moving within a narrow range, US stocks aren’t making any major moves, and trading volume has clearly shrunk. Everyone is waiting for the big event in December—the Fed’s decision on whether to cut interest rates, and by how much. The economic data released over the past few days has actually been quite critical, but the market’s reaction has been muted, indicating that traders’ attention is fully focused on next week’s FOMC meeting.

If you’re a short-term trader, this kind of low-volatility environment is really tough. Frequent trades can easily get eaten up by fees, so it might be better to take a break and wait for next week’s dot plot before making any moves. Powell’s press conference usually sets the tone, and volatility is sure to pick up then.

For medium- and long-term players, this is a good time to do your homework. Which tokens have fundamentals that can withstand pressure? Which sectors might rebound first after a policy shift? Right now is an observation period—no need to go all in, but you can test the waters with small positions in undervalued assets.

Be patient—there’s a high probability that things will start moving next week.