Fed Rate Cut Spurs Crypto Momentum as Lombard ($BARD) Listing Carnival Flies

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The U.S. Federal Reserve’s recent 25-basis-point rate cut has injected optimism into risk assets, including the crypto market. Bitcoin surged past $117,000, marking its highest level since mid-August, while Ethereum, Solana, XRP, and other major altcoins have also experienced gains. Some minor dips in ETH, SOL, and XRP suggest a cautious risk-off stance among certain investors, as markets await further Fed guidance. Analysts project that if the current macro trends particularly Fed easing continue, Bitcoin could approach $135,000, Ethereum $5,200, and Solana $280 by early 2026.

Lombard is a DeFi initiative that leverages LBTC, a liquid staked Bitcoin token, enabling yield generation and broader DeFi participation. Traders can deposit and trade to boost their BARD portfolios, tapping into Bitcoin-backed DeFi solutions while markets navigate the evolving macroeconomic landscape.