Recently, the economic data from the United States has caused quite a stir.

The recently released GDP growth rate surged to 4.3%. As soon as this number came out, the market's expectations for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates in January instantly collapsed—from 31% over the weekend to 13.3%, halving the probability of a rate cut again. The interest rate risk alert has been sounded.

What does this mean for those who are struggling in the cryptocurrency market? The impact is significant.

In simple terms, interest rates are the steering wheel that drives the flow of global funds. When interest rates rise, smart money turns around to buy dollar assets, lying there to earn interest, stable and secure. Correspondingly, the incremental funds flowing into the crypto market will be tightened. This also explains why the market has seemed a bit bloodless lately, always lacking momentum during upward movements.

What should we do now? Don't act recklessly, but also don't give up.

**First, let's talk about the operation method.**

The first step is to restrain the desire to trade, watching more and acting less. Next, it's important to closely monitor the Federal Reserve's meetings at the end of January and in mid-March. Statistically, the likelihood of a rate cut in March is much greater than in January. Before that, the market sentiment will fluctuate repeatedly, and chasing highs and selling lows usually results in being deeply trapped.

The second point is to take risk management seriously. If subsequent economic data continues to be strong, then be prepared for the market to remain under pressure and fluctuate repeatedly. All-in is the most dangerous choice, so you must leave some ammo for yourself.

**Opportunities do exist, but you must learn to wait.**

If the inflation data starts to decline and the job market cools a bit, the market's expectations for interest rate cuts will warm up. That will be the real window period. At that moment, the focus can shift to mainstream assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum, gradually accumulating positions on dips. Never go all in at once; building positions in stages is the reliable approach.

**How about the mindset?**

In the short term, the market does face pressure, but it's not so pessimistic as to be beyond redemption. Bull markets have never been a straight line, and this wave of volatility is actually a good opportunity—to identify truly valuable projects and gradually accumulate positions.

The focus going forward is to closely monitor the Federal Reserve's statements and the trends in U.S. economic data. Inflation, employment, and consumption data are the best indicators of the situation. The real moment for action will come when the signal of a genuine shift in direction appears.

To be honest, surviving in this market is a hundred times more important than making quick money. Protect your capital, and when the cycle truly warms up, the profits will naturally come.