White House economic adviser Hassett recently made a sudden statement, saying the Federal Reserve should consider cutting interest rates. He specifically mentioned that the impact of the government shutdown could be more severe than outsiders expect.

However, he then made a bold prediction: the economy might rebound strongly in the first quarter, and in 2026, US economic growth could even reach 4%. That number sounds pretty shocking in the current environment.

A few noteworthy points:

On rate cuts—The White House calling for rate cuts is quite rare this time, using the word "cautious." Market expectations for rate cuts will definitely heat up, but the specific timing and extent will depend on how the Fed responds.

Shutdown risk—Hassett admitted that the impact of this government shutdown has been underestimated. In the short term, policy uncertainty is still accumulating, and volatility will likely be unavoidable.

Growth forecast—4% growth in 2026? Either they're really confident about the future, or they're trying to boost market sentiment. Either way, that number is definitely eye-catching.

From a crypto market perspective, if rate cuts do materialize and are coupled with an economic rebound, we could see another round of liquidity flowing into risk assets. Major coins like ETH and ZEC would likely follow the broader macro trend.

But if the shutdown "black swan" continues to ferment, the tempo might have to be readjusted. With the White House suddenly sending signals, will the Fed really cut rates? Is that 4% in 2026 a real vision or just wishful thinking? Is it time to be optimistic or stay cautious?

What do you all think about this move?