The eyes of the crypto market are fixed on the April 28–29 FOMC meeting. With interest rates held at 3.5%–3.75%, the consensus predicts a 95% chance of a pause. Persistent inflation and a resilient 4% unemployment rate have pushed potential rate cuts back toward late 2026.

For Solana and Bitcoin, this "higher-for-longer" stance acts as a liquidity drain, favoring a strong US Dollar. However, any "dovish" hints from Jerome Powell could spark a relief rally. Watch the mid-April CPI print; it’s the final hurdle before the Fed’s next move.

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