Live Update: Bitcoin Gains Momentum While Nasdaq Rises 1.7% Following Federal Reserve Rate Increase
In the latest wave of market activity, the cryptocurrency world saw Bitcoin inch upward, mirroring a broader rally across U.S. equities. The Nasdaq Composite index, a barometer for technology‑heavy stocks, posted a robust 1.7% gain, a move that many analysts attribute to the Federal Reserve’s recent decision to raise interest rates. This rate hike, while intended to temper inflation, has sparked …
Sept. 17, 2026, 10:41 a.m.