Bitcoin surged to a new all-time high on Thursday, surpassing $111,800 as U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 50% tariff on the European Union (EU) starting June 1.
Market Dynamics
The price of the cryptocurrency has been rising steadily, driven by aggressive buy-side momentum in the market. Key points include:
- Institutional Investment: According to data from CoinShares, BlackRock’s IBIT ETF absorbed $877 million in investments on Thursday alone, accounting for 90% of Bitcoin’s record daily institutional inflow.
- Trading Volume: Bitcoin’s trading volume reached $75 billion, its highest level since April 18, despite an intraday pullback to $108K.
- Growing Interest: The cryptocurrency is gaining traction among institutional investors and traders, with many looking to capitalize on the growing trend towards investment in cryptocurrencies.
Trump’s Tariff Announcement
Trump’s announcement, made via the social media platform TruthSocial, outlined his reasons for imposing tariffs on EU goods as a response to actions he deemed unfair or unjustified.
Implications
- The move is likely to have significant implications for global trade and could lead to retaliatory measures from other countries.
- It remains unclear how this will impact the cryptocurrency market or investor sentiment in the long term.
Related Developments
In related news, BlackRock’s IBIT ETF saw significant inflows of capital last week after Elon Musk revealed that Tesla had sold about half its BTC holdings at an average price of around $31K per coin. The fund now holds over 7 million shares worth more than $2 billion at current prices.
Market Outlook
Market analysts are closely monitoring developments in both politics and finance for clues about future trends and potential investment opportunities.
- Bitcoin continues its upward trajectory, and institutional investors are pouring money into cryptocurrencies like never before.
- Investors should keep an eye on any changes or updates regarding Trump’s tariff announcement or other political events that may impact global markets.
Conclusion
For now, Bitcoin’s price continues its upward march toward new heights while investors eagerly await further developments that may shape their next moves.
Stay informed, stay ahead.
Disclaimer: This article does not constitute financial advice nor is intended as such.
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