The Fed just cut rates again. But what does it actually mean for markets and your portfolio?

A leading US economist recently sat down to dissect the ripple effects of this latest monetary move. The conversation didn't stop at rate cuts, though. There's buzz around what the Federal Reserve might look like in the coming year—especially if Kevin Hassett, a key figure in Trump's economic circle, lands a major role in shaping policy direction.

Here's the thing: rate cuts usually juice liquidity. More liquidity often flows into risk assets, including crypto. But timing matters. So does the composition of the Fed's leadership. Hassett's potential influence could shift the central bank's tone on inflation targets, employment priorities, and even regulatory approaches to digital assets.

Will 2026 be the year the Fed pivots harder—or pulls back? And how should traders position themselves now?