Minneapolis Fed’s Kashkari Questions October Rate Cut, Eyes December Decision

Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari expressed reservations about the Fed’s October rate cut decision, signaling mixed signals ahead of the December meeting with ongoing inflation concerns.

The uncertainty around Fed’s future decisions has sparked fluctuations in equities and bond prices, impacting investor sentiments and possibly influencing cryptocurrency market behaviors.

Kashkari’s Criticism Sparks Market Jitters

Neel Kashkari, President of the Minneapolis Fed, publicly opposed the Fed’s decision to cut rates in October, citing economic resilience and mixed signals as key factors. He remains undecided about further rate changes in December, emphasizing both possibilities.

“Some parts of the US economy are doing fine, but segments of the labor market appear to be under pressure.” – Neel Kashkari, President, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis.

Investors face uncertainty as Kashkari’s stance against the October rate cut suggests a cautious approach towards future cuts. Markets are closely watching for any signs of change at the upcoming December meeting.

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financial markets reacted sharply, with equities and bond prices experiencing declines. Meanwhile, the CME FedWatch Tool indicates a divided expectation for December, revealing market uncertainty.

Bitcoin and Crypto Volatility Amid Fed Decisions

Did you know? Minneapolis Fed’s deliberations have previously led to increased volatility in cryptocurrencies like BTC and ETH during significant economic policy shifts.

As of November 14, 2025, Bitcoin (BTC) is priced at $99,257.99, with a market cap of $1.98 trillion and a dominance of 59.24%. It experienced a 24-hour price change of -2.37% and a 30-day decline of -12.18%, according to CoinMarketCap.

Experts from the Coincu research team suggest the Fed’s policy uncertainties might contribute to heightened volatility in cryptocurrencies. BTC’s recent performance is a reflection of broader economic apprehensions affecting both traditional and digital assets. The performance of Bitcoin serves as a key indicator of market sentiment.