Next week is shaping up to be one of the most pivotal periods for U.S. markets in months, with investors tracking several high-impact developments, from the Senate’s progress on a government funding deal to major Federal Reserve decisions and a potential breakthrough in crypto regulation.
Monday: U.S. Government Shutdown Deal Moves Forward
The Senate has advanced a bipartisan proposal to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
The partial shutdown has frozen key services, left 1.6 million federal employees without pay, and weighed on market sentiment. A finalized deal would offer short-term relief and restore critical government functions, though broader fiscal challenges remain unresolved.
Tuesday: All Eyes on the Federal Reserve
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is set to meet on November 11, with traders watching closely for signals of another possible 25-basis-point rate cut. The Fed last reduced rates in October, bringing the federal funds range to 3.75%–4.00%, and markets remain divided over whether policymakers will continue easing amid slowing growth and sticky inflation.
Any shift in tone from Chair Jerome Powell could spark volatility across equities, bonds, and crypto, which often react sharply to monetary policy expectations.
Wednesday: $1.5 Trillion Liquidity Injection Planned
The Fed is also preparing a $1.5 trillion liquidity program scheduled for November 12, aimed at stabilizing financial markets and strengthening bank balance sheets.
Thursday: S&P 500 Earnings Season Begins
Corporate America will take center stage as the first major S&P 500 companies release quarterly results. Analysts expect mixed performance, but forward guidance will be key in gauging whether firms anticipate stronger demand into year-end. Even slight optimism could lift broader sentiment and spill over into crypto markets.
Friday: Anticipation Builds Around U.S. Crypto Bill
To close out the week, Washington is bracing for a potential signing of the landmark U.S. crypto legalization bill, which would establish a national framework for digital assets, exchanges, and institutional participation. While timelines remain fluid, the bill’s passage would represent a watershed moment for crypto’s integration into the U.S. financial system.
With fiscal negotiations, monetary policy shifts, and regulatory clarity all converging, next week could set the tone for the final stretch of 2025, not just for Wall Street, but for the rapidly evolving world of digital assets.