Bitcoin Battles $85K: Key Levels & Fed Decision Ahead

BTC failed to break above $85,000 resistance on March 17, staying in a tight range between $84,000-$85,200 since March 12.

Bitcoin remains in uncertainty on lower timeframes, with market tension rising ahead of a major Fed decision.

The Federal Reserve will announce its interest rate decision on March 19 at 2 PM ET, impacting market volatility.

CME’s FedWatch Tool predicts a 99% probability that interest rates remain between 4.25%-4.50%.

Investors await Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s stance, with inflation still above the Fed’s 2% target.

Low unemployment (4.1%) and GDP growth (2.3%) suggest no urgent need for rate cuts.

Polymarket suggests a 100% chance of the Fed ending quantitative tightening (QT) by April 30.

BTC needs to flip $85,000 into support and reclaim the 200-day EMA for bullish momentum.

If BTC breaks above $85K, the next target could be $90,000—but failure may push prices lower. 🚀