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Bitcoin struggles as market reacts to Fed comments

Bitcoin dips below $100,000 amid stock market pullback; inflation concerns impact crypto market outlook for 2025.

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1 year ago

December 21, 2024

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Bitcoin has experienced a significant decline this week, dropping below the crucial $100,000 mark following earlier record highs.

As of early Friday, Bitcoin’s value has decreased by 5.9% in the last 24 hours, currently priced at $95,237, based on CoinDesk data.

This downturn is attributed to comments from the Federal Reserve suggesting fewer interest-rate cuts are expected in 2025, negatively impacting both equities and cryptocurrencies.

Recent inflation data showed the personal-consumption expenditures price index rose 0.1% in November, below the anticipated 0.2%.

Although the annual inflation rate remains at 2.4%, above the Fed’s target of 2%, it plays a crucial role in future monetary policy, influencing potential interest-rate adjustments.

Stock pullback

Market strategist Louis Navellier highlighted the pressure on the entire crypto sector due to a pullback in the stock market, with the S&P 500 recording its worst one-day decline since 2008, falling by 2.95% on Wednesday.

Analyst Alex Kuptsikevich remarked that despite Bitcoin’s decline mirroring stock movements, it exhibits resilience, given its tendency for greater losses in the past.

This year has seen substantial gains across the financial markets, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite rising 23% and 29%, respectively.

Bitcoin has surged over 100%, boosted by anticipated regulatory relief from the incoming Trump administration.

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U.S. and China approve TikTok sale to American investors

US and China approve TikTok’s sale to Oracle and Silver Lake amid regulatory scrutiny, with ByteDance retaining 20%.

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20 hours ago

January 23, 2026

Harvey Vargas

US and China approve TikTok’s sale to Oracle and Silver Lake amid regulatory scrutiny, with ByteDance retaining 20%.

The United States and China have officially approved a deal for TikTok’s US operations to be sold to American investors, led by Oracle and Silver Lake.

This marks a major shift in the social media landscape as the platform navigates increasing regulatory scrutiny.

Under the new agreement, ByteDance will retain just under 20% of TikTok US, while Oracle and Silver Lake will each take 15% stakes. Other investors will also participate, forming a structure designed to satisfy both commercial and regulatory demands.

The new US-based entity will have a majority American board tasked with overseeing data protection and content moderation. Despite these safeguards, concerns remain about ByteDance’s influence and whether the deal fully complies with recent legislation.

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Markets tumble as Trump tariffs, Greenland rhetoric and Europe backlash collide

U.S. stocks plummet over 800 points amid renewed tariff threats and political tensions from Trump, sparking global trade concerns.

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3 days ago

January 21, 2026

Harvey Vargas

U.S. stocks plummet over 800 points amid renewed tariff threats and political tensions from Trump, sparking global trade concerns.

U.S. equities took a sharp hit as markets reacted to renewed tariff threats and heightened political rhetoric from President Donald Trump. The Dow plunged more than 800 points, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also sliding as investor nerves rattled risk assets.

The sell-off highlights growing concern around global trade tensions and geopolitical uncertainty, with markets struggling to price in what comes next for U.S. economic leadership and policy direction.

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Gold hits record highs as investors flee risk

Gold surges amid global uncertainty, with February futures rising 1.71% to $4,674.20 per ounce, signaling safe-haven demand.

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4 days ago

January 20, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Gold surges amid global uncertainty, with February futures rising 1.71% to $4,674.20 per ounce, signaling safe-haven demand.

Gold is shining brighter than ever as investors flock to safe-haven assets amid global uncertainty. U.S. gold futures for February delivery jumped 1.71% to $4,674.20 per ounce, while spot gold rose 1.6% to $4,668.14.

The surge comes as geopolitical tensions continue to worry traders, prompting a rush into metals perceived as stable and secure. Analysts say gold is proving its status as the ultimate hedge during turbulent times.

Investors are closely watching markets as gold sets new benchmarks, signalling growing caution across the financial landscape.

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