The Federal Reserve, that enigmatic institution, is gearing up to cut rates by a humble 25 basis points, sending whispers of “easing” across the market like a soft breeze at a billionaire’s yacht party. But wait, the plot thickens-markets are pricing in six more cuts through 2026. Traders, with bated breath, are glued to their screens, awaiting the SEP and Powell’s ever-so-eager-to-speak press conference. Risk assets are doing a little jig in the hopes of easing, but a hawkish dot plot? Oops, that could pop the party. Oh, and don’t forget crypto! It’s still underperforming stocks, as usual, despite all the liquidity showers. Aww, poor Bitcoin. 🍸