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Archived newsletter, originally published May 8, 2025. Prices and views are as of that date. Research, not advice.

The New School Edition #22: The Fed Holds the Line (Again). What It Means for BTC Strategy

The New School Edition #22: The Fed Holds the Line (Again). What It Means for BTC Strategy

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The Fed wrapped up its May 2025 FOMC meeting today and held interest rates steady at 4.25%–4.5%. They also confirmed balance sheet reductions will continue, no pivot, no cut, no surprise.

If you're reading between the lines, here's what actually matters:

For the average investor, this means more waiting, more guessing, and more volatility.


BTC Strategy in This Environment

This is why our approach to managing a Bitcoin treasury doesn't rely on reacting to policy or headlines.

Holding BTC remains a strong long-term position, but in this kind of market, there's room to be smarter.

Our strategy takes a dynamic approach:


Why Algo-Driven Systems Matter Now

When central banks move slowly, markets whip around in anticipation.

Most investors try to react. Our system operates.

A systematic approach runs with no emotion, no narrative bias, and no need to interpret Powell’s tone. It trades when logic says trade and sits out when risk outweighs reward.

That discipline matters more than ever right now.


Further Reading (Optional CTA):

If you're managing BTC personally or for a business, and you are looking for a smarter long-term approach, I’m happy to share what we're building.


Closing:

The Fed is on pause. We’re not. The future of BTC strategy is active, logical, and built for chaos.

See you next time, — Matthew Halfacre @ Halfacre Research