2026-01-09 03:25:05

Recently, all major social platforms have been discussing the possibility of a meme coin super cycle in 2026. Retail investors' enthusiasm is indeed high, but what are the real factors behind the rise and fall? My view is straightforward: liquidity.

Specifically, if the Federal Reserve begins rate cuts in Q2 as market expectations suggest, then in a loose liquidity environment, high-risk assets like meme coins are indeed likely to rise with the trend. Market sentiment will be amplified, and funds will find it easier to flow in. But here’s a key turning point—what if macro liquidity does not arrive as expected? Then the narrative will quickly break down, and the hype will fade.

So rather than following the hype about super cycles, it’s better to focus on the Federal Reserve’s policy moves and the actual changes in market liquidity. These two variables are the core factors that will determine how far meme coins like PEPE can go.

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ChainWallflower

· 7h ago

Basically, you still have to keep an eye on the Federal Reserve. Once the rate cut expectations are shattered, meme coins will have to kneel.

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InfraVibes

· 01-09 03:54

In plain terms, those hyping the super cycle are all betting on the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates, but how many are really willing to go all in? Don't boast until liquidity arrives. If the Fed's move reverses, PEPE will be almost the same as fiat currency. Listen to me, keep an eye on policy developments, don't be led astray by emotions. Wait, will the rate cut really happen in Q2? I have a feeling it's a bit uncertain... Honestly, meme coins are just casinos; liquidity is the house. This time is different, it feels like the atmosphere has already been hyped up. The core issue is still that amount of money—whether it's enough to pour in.

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blockBoy

· 01-09 03:50

Basically, it's gambling on the Federal Reserve. Without a rate cut, everything is nonsense. Does anyone really believe in the 2026 super cycle? I think it's just retail investors self-hyping. Liquidity is the real boss; without it, all coins are useless, including PEPE. Instead of constantly talking about super cycles, it's better to pay close attention to every word Powell says—that's the real key. This discussion is interesting. Everyone is betting on a rate cut. I just want to see what happens if it actually happens.

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GateUser-26d7f434

· 01-09 03:42

Basically, it's just gambling on the Federal Reserve—when they cut interest rates, everyone celebrates; if they don't, it's a cold shower.

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BlockchainRetirementHome

· 01-09 03:40

Liquidity, oh liquidity, you're right. But the real question is, will interest rate cuts really happen? I'm skeptical. Basically, it's a bet on the Federal Reserve—bet right and you eat meat, bet wrong and you eat dirt. Meme coins are this exciting. These days, enthusiasm alone isn't enough; you have to watch the central bank's stance. No matter how meme-worthy PEPE is, it can't escape the macroeconomic invisible hand. Reliable analysis shows that retail investors just love to hear stories. Actually, keeping an eye on changes in liquidity expectations gives you a good idea. You're on point, but unfortunately 99% of people are still dreaming of a super cycle and don't care what the Federal Reserve says.

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LiquidationWatcher

· 01-09 03:25

In plain terms, without the Federal Reserve's cooperation, this meme coin hype is just a castle in the air. Liquidity is the true king; retail investors are still dreaming. If the Q2 rate cut falls through, PEPE could go to zero very soon.

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