The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is one of the most influential bodies in global finance. Its decisions ripple across traditional markets—and increasingly, the cryptocurrency market. Understanding what the FOMC does and how its policies shape investor behavior can help traders anticipate shifts in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital assets. What Is the FOMC? The FOMC is a branch of the U.S. Federal Reserve responsible for setting monetary policy, primarily through decisions on interest rates and open market operations. It meets eight times a year to determine how much money flows through the U.S. economy, ... (full story)