Dow Jones Edges Higher Ahead of Fed Rate Decision

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) is poised for a positive opening as markets await the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, with a 25 basis point cut overwhelmingly priced in. JPMorgan outlines multiple scenarios, with a 'dovish' cut being the most likely outcome, potentially boosting equities by 0.5%. A 'hawkish' cut could leave markets flat or slightly lower, while a 50 bps cut remains a low-probability wildcard.

Cryptocurrency markets often mirror traditional finance's risk appetite shifts around Fed decisions. While no specific digital assets are mentioned in this report, traders should monitor BTC, ETH, and other major coins for volatility spikes post-announcement. Exchange flows on platforms like Coinbase and Binance may indicate institutional positioning.