According to Standard Chartered analyst Jeff Kendrick, bitcoin's fall earlier this year will trigger a new rally to $120,000 this quarter amid investors' strategic exit from US assets.
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Bitcoin faces mounting pressure as Trump's tariffs and market sell-offs take their toll
The recent plunge in global financial markets has sparked greater anxiety among investors, particularly due to a significant drop in Bitcoin. Coinotag believes that this decline illustrates geopolitical tensions driving growing volatility.
9 April
Total cryptocurrency market capitalization fell by 30% amid global economic instability
The total cryptocurrency market capitalization has fallen 30% from its December 2024 peak of $3.9 trillion to $2.7 trillion in April 2025. This significant decline comes amid uncertainty following new US tariffs, an announcement that has rattled investors, according to CoinMarketCap.
8 April
Bitcoin and Ethereum dropped 5.3% and 11.8%, respectively, on Monday amid escalating global trade tensions triggered by the US administration's policies. The correlation between traditional asset markets and cryptocurrencies became particularly evident.
7 April
Bitcoin and stablecoins in high demand amid increased economic uncertainty
According to data published by Mercuryo, traders are increasingly turning to relatively safe crypto assets such as bitcoin and stablecoins, turning away from riskier investments. This change in behavior is due to US President Donald Trump's tariff policies.
4 April
Bitcoin plunged below $82,000 following US President Donald Trump's announcement of sweeping import tariffs. Now, the world’s flagship cryptocurrency is trading around $83,200, with analysts suggesting the current market drop could present a buying opportunity, CoinMarketCap reports.
4 April
Fidelity adds Ethereum to IRA investment options for US clients
Fidelity's new initiative will allow its clients to invest in Bitcoin, Ethereum and Litecoin through Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs), the tax-advantaged retirement accounts primarily used in the US, according to CoinTurk News.
3 April
BTC falls due to increased market volatility
Bitcoin fell 4% to around $82,000, joining a broader sell-off in risk assets. This followed US President Donald Trump's announcement of global tariffs. Other cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum, XRP, and Solana, also declined, according to a report by Bloomberg.
3 April
Ex-Goldman Sachs analyst: Trump tariffs could boost Bitcoin
Crypto markets remain under pressure amid expectations of new tariff announcements. The US President Donald Trump's administration is expected to roll out a set of duties on April 2—a date referred to as 'Liberation Day'.
2 April
JPMorgan sees sharp market cap decline in recent months
The Bitcoin mining sector has witnessed a worrying fall in market capitalization, as highlighted in a detailed report by JPMorgan. The analysis shows that the combined market value of 14 publicly traded companies, including MARA and Core Scientific, plummeted by an impressive 25% in March.
2 April
Japan plans to classify cryptocurrencies as financial products — Nikkei
Japan's Financial Services Agency (FSA) will submit a bill on the classification of cryptocurrencies as financial products to the country's parliament as early as 2026. Crypto-assets may become subject to local laws dealing with insider trading.
1 April
Bitcoin is the first and most commonly used cryptocurrency in the world. It holds a prominent place in the digital economy and draws the attention of traders and investors. High volatility and a wide range of influencing factors make the forecasting of its price complicated and requiring complex analysis.
Successful bitcoin trading is based on analyzing market trends, fundamentals, and technical factors.
Key elements that determine the value of bitcoin include:
- Macroeconomic indicators such as Federal Reserve decisions, inflation rate, economic stability of major countries.
- Cryptocurrency regulations, which are the laws regulating digital assets, tax implications, and possible restrictions regarding cryptocurrency mining and trading activities.
- Market equilibrium, including the volume of bitcoins mined, the activity of major market players known as crypto whales, and the degree of institutional investor involvement.
- Geopolitical situation, reflected by economic restrictions, international crises and instability, which increase the interest in bitcoin due to its role as an alternative asset.
- Technological development, with updates to Bitcoin protocols, implementation of solutions improving scalability and security, along with the adaptation of new technologies such as artificial intelligence.
Major investors and funds also have a considerable impact on the movement of bitcoin prices. Their massive purchases or sales can cause sharp fluctuations in the exchange rate. In addition, the general sentiment in the crypto market determines the dynamics of BTC, creating periods of high activity and deep corrections.
Forecasting the price of bitcoin is a complex task, as it is formed under the influence of many factors. Successful trading strategies and investment decisions require a thorough analysis of the macroeconomic situation, politics, and investor sentiment.
