The post Shortlist Finalized for Next Federal Reserve Chair appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Key Points: Decision on next Fed Chair pending new interviews, impacts crypto markets Expect market volatility before Fed leadership announcement Key candidates include Waller and Rieder U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen confirmed the shortlist of candidates to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Monday, expecting President Donald Trump to decide by year’s end. This decision may impact interest-rate-sensitive and crypto markets, as demonstrated by historical volatility during Fed leadership changes. Yellen Confirms Fed Chair Candidate List Amid Market Sensitivity The Federal Reserve’s leadership transition is gaining traction as U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen confirmed the shortlist of candidates for the Chair position. Christopher Waller, Michelle Bowman and others highlight key considerations as President Trump is set to decide by year’s end. Yellen spearheads interviews to finalize recommendations. Potential market shifts are implied as the selection process unfolds. Interest-rate adjustments hanging in the balance signal probable asset reactions. The cryptocurrency sector, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, may see heightened volatility anticipating changes in liquidity conditions. Industry leaders remain engaged, reflecting on candidates’ regulatory stances. BlackRock’s Rick Rieder is optimistic, stating, “There is change afoot. One of the great things about investing in this environment is it’s not static” – Business Insider. With Wall Street ties influencing selections, deregulatory outcomes might emerge. Bitcoin Holds Strong Amid Fed Decision Speculations Did you know? The appointment of previous Fed leaders, such as Jerome Powell, often resulted in short-term market adjustments, impacting both traditional stocks and cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin (BTC) currently holds strong at $114,977.92, with a market cap of approximately $2.29 trillion according to CoinMarketCap. Over the past 24 hours, its trading volume soared by 152.82%, reflecting enhanced market activity. Despite a slight dip of 3.31% over 90 days, Bitcoin’s 24-hour price increased by 2.85%. Bitcoin(BTC), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 09:01 UTC on… The post Shortlist Finalized for Next Federal Reserve Chair appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Key Points: Decision on next Fed Chair pending new interviews, impacts crypto markets Expect market volatility before Fed leadership announcement Key candidates include Waller and Rieder U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen confirmed the shortlist of candidates to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Monday, expecting President Donald Trump to decide by year’s end. This decision may impact interest-rate-sensitive and crypto markets, as demonstrated by historical volatility during Fed leadership changes. Yellen Confirms Fed Chair Candidate List Amid Market Sensitivity The Federal Reserve’s leadership transition is gaining traction as U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen confirmed the shortlist of candidates for the Chair position. Christopher Waller, Michelle Bowman and others highlight key considerations as President Trump is set to decide by year’s end. Yellen spearheads interviews to finalize recommendations. Potential market shifts are implied as the selection process unfolds. Interest-rate adjustments hanging in the balance signal probable asset reactions. The cryptocurrency sector, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, may see heightened volatility anticipating changes in liquidity conditions. Industry leaders remain engaged, reflecting on candidates’ regulatory stances. BlackRock’s Rick Rieder is optimistic, stating, “There is change afoot. One of the great things about investing in this environment is it’s not static” – Business Insider. With Wall Street ties influencing selections, deregulatory outcomes might emerge. Bitcoin Holds Strong Amid Fed Decision Speculations Did you know? The appointment of previous Fed leaders, such as Jerome Powell, often resulted in short-term market adjustments, impacting both traditional stocks and cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin (BTC) currently holds strong at $114,977.92, with a market cap of approximately $2.29 trillion according to CoinMarketCap. Over the past 24 hours, its trading volume soared by 152.82%, reflecting enhanced market activity. Despite a slight dip of 3.31% over 90 days, Bitcoin’s 24-hour price increased by 2.85%. Bitcoin(BTC), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 09:01 UTC on…

Shortlist Finalized for Next Federal Reserve Chair

2025/10/27 17:16
Key Points:
  • Decision on next Fed Chair pending new interviews, impacts crypto markets
  • Expect market volatility before Fed leadership announcement
  • Key candidates include Waller and Rieder

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen confirmed the shortlist of candidates to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Monday, expecting President Donald Trump to decide by year’s end.

This decision may impact interest-rate-sensitive and crypto markets, as demonstrated by historical volatility during Fed leadership changes.

Yellen Confirms Fed Chair Candidate List Amid Market Sensitivity

The Federal Reserve’s leadership transition is gaining traction as U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen confirmed the shortlist of candidates for the Chair position. Christopher Waller, Michelle Bowman and others highlight key considerations as President Trump is set to decide by year’s end. Yellen spearheads interviews to finalize recommendations.

Potential market shifts are implied as the selection process unfolds. Interest-rate adjustments hanging in the balance signal probable asset reactions. The cryptocurrency sector, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, may see heightened volatility anticipating changes in liquidity conditions.

Industry leaders remain engaged, reflecting on candidates’ regulatory stances. BlackRock’s Rick Rieder is optimistic, stating, “There is change afoot. One of the great things about investing in this environment is it’s not static” – Business Insider. With Wall Street ties influencing selections, deregulatory outcomes might emerge.

Bitcoin Holds Strong Amid Fed Decision Speculations

Did you know? The appointment of previous Fed leaders, such as Jerome Powell, often resulted in short-term market adjustments, impacting both traditional stocks and cryptocurrencies.

Bitcoin (BTC) currently holds strong at $114,977.92, with a market cap of approximately $2.29 trillion according to CoinMarketCap. Over the past 24 hours, its trading volume soared by 152.82%, reflecting enhanced market activity. Despite a slight dip of 3.31% over 90 days, Bitcoin’s 24-hour price increased by 2.85%.

Bitcoin(BTC), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 09:01 UTC on October 27, 2025. Source: CoinMarketCap

The Coincu research team evaluates regulatory implications, with potential deregulatory actions leading to possible easing of market constraints. Historical data suggests positive alignments may foster innovation, bolstering the financial sector’s adaptability. Regulatory adjustments could open more avenues for technological integration and financial inclusivity – Brookings Research Programs.

Source: https://coincu.com/markets/federal-reserve-chair-candidates-finalized/

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