The CME FedWatch tool indicates a 79% probability that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged in January 2026. The likelihood of a 25-basis-point rate cut stands at 21%. Looking ahead to March 2026, the probability of a rate cut increases to 47.1%, while the chance of maintaining current rates decreases to 43.4%. In parallel, the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation continues to influence global policy expectations. Additionally, international regulatory bodies remain focused on efforts to counter the financing of terrorism, underscoring the ongoing global emphasis on financial security.