On June 18, 2025, Bitcoin (BTC) traded at $104,272, up 0.33% from the previous close. Ethereum (ETH) was priced at $2,494.34, up 0.91%. XRP was at $2.15, and Solana (SOL) traded at $145.37, down 0.66%. (Source: AP News, Reuters, Financial Times)
The Federal Reserve held its key interest rate at 4.25%-4.50% for the fourth consecutive time. This decision comes amid evaluation of President Donald Trump's tariffs and their potential inflationary impact. Core inflation is at 2.5%, and overall inflation is at 2.1% in April. (Source: AP News, Reuters, Financial Times)
President Trump criticized Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and demanded significant interest rate cuts. The Fed is likely to maintain rates amid economic uncertainty influenced by geopolitical tensions and shifting trade policies. The U.S. government established a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve in March 2025. (Source: AP News, Reuters, Financial Times)