Bitcoin Hovers Above $112K As Fed Rate Cut Odds Reach 87%

(MENAFN- The Rio Times) Based on market data from major exchanges and financial institutions, Bitcoin traded at $112,087 on September 9, maintaining a modest 0.97% daily gain amid heightened anticipation for Federal Reserve policy changes.

The cryptocurrency market capitalization reached $3.94 trillion according to multiple trading platforms, with Bitcoin commanding a 57% dominance ratio.

Federal Reserve rate cut probabilities surged to 87% for the September 16-17 meeting, driving renewed optimism across risk assets.

Standard Chartered revised its forecast, now expecting a 50 basis point reduction following weak employment data that showed job growth nearly stalling in August.

Current federal funds rates remain at 4.25%-4.50%, with markets pricing aggressive easing through year-end. Bitcoin's technical structure reveals critical resistance at $113,400-$114,000, levels that have consistently capped rallies throughout September.



The 4-hour chart displays a consolidation pattern between $111,200-$112,100, with declining volume suggesting buyer hesitation.

Daily charts show Bitcoin maintaining its position above the 200-day moving average near $110,350, preserving the longer-term bullish framework despite recent sideways action.

The RSI indicator sits at 49, firmly in neutral territory and indicating no immediate directional momentum. MACD shows slight bearish divergence, while the Global Liquidity Index tracks lower, creating headwinds for risk assets broadly.

Trading volume of $614 million marks a decrease from recent averages, typical during consolidation phases. Major altcoins demonstrated mixed performance, with Solana gaining 3.88% to $215 and XRP advancing 2.51% to $2.96.

Worldcoin emerged as the standout performer, surging 43% following a $250 million treasury investment announcement. MYX Finance rocketed 237% amid speculation about potential market manipulation, drawing scrutiny from analysts who warned of impending corrections.

Macroeconomic factors continue shaping cryptocurrency sentiment. U.S. long-term unemployment reached its highest level since 2021, while inflation pressures showed signs of moderating.

These conditions support the Federal Reserve's shift toward accommodation, historically beneficial for Bitcoin and digital assets.

El Salvador added 21 Bitcoin to commemorate the fourth anniversary of its Bitcoin Law, bringing the nation's total holdings to 6,313 coins valued at $701 million.

This purchase occurred as institutional flows remained mixed, with Bitcoin ETFs recording $364 million in net inflows while Ethereum ETF s saw $97 million in outflows.

The cryptocurrency market faces September's historically challenging seasonal pattern, with Bitcoin closing the month negatively in eight of the last ten years.

However, current technical levels suggest a potential breakout above $113,400 could trigger momentum toward $114,000. Conversely, failure to hold $111,000 support might prompt a test of the 200-day moving average at $110,350.

Market participants await key economic data releases and the Federal Reserve's decision, which could determine whether Bitcoin breaks from its current consolidation range.

The combination of technical resistance, declining global liquidity, and seasonal headwinds creates a complex backdrop for the world's largest cryptocurrency as it attempts to establish direction above the critical $110,000 psychological level.

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