Stocks Teeter as Fed Walks Line Between Inflation and Recession

Stock prices like Apple (AAPL) have fallen to critical support levels, presenting buying opportunities but also risks if prices break support.

Fed Chair Powell will likely signal slowing rate hikes but not cutting yet, fueling stock buying that may be premature.

Jobs growth and openings data remains strong though moderating, keeping Fed on course.

Bitcoin rose to new highs again but pulled back as whales took profits, with buying resuming from mom and pop investors.

With risks still elevated, investors should protect portfolios, holding cash and considering hedging strategies.