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Story: Bitcoin Price Faces Pressure Amid Inflation and Trade Tensions

By Evie Vavasseur

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Bitcoin’s price trajectory remains under pressure as a mix of economic data and geopolitical tensions weigh heavily on investor sentiment. Despite recent U.S.

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On Friday, Bitcoin dipped below the $80,000 threshold, marking a 1.6% loss over the past 24 hours. This decline followed the release of the March U.S.

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The CPI, published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, plays a critical role in shaping the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions.

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This market turbulence spilled into the crypto space as well. The total cryptocurrency market capitalization shrank by 2.

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A key driver of this anxiety is President Trump’s evolving trade strategy. On April 9, Trump has pause 90-day on planned tariff hikes and introduced a new 10% reciprocal tariff…

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Initially, markets welcomed the pause in escalating trade tensions, and Bitcoin responded positively, briefly rallying over 7% to $82,000. However, optimism was short-lived.

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According to analysis from The Kobeissi Letter, the current environment—featuring robust job growth alongside cooling inflation—might embolden Trump to double down on tariffs…

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Meanwhile, the Federal Reserve seems unlikely to step in with rate cuts in the near future. Data from CME Group’s FedWatch Tool indicates an 81.

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Adding to the bearish signals, capital inflows into Bitcoin have seen a dramatic slowdown. On-chain analytics firm Glassnode reported a 90% plunge in Bitcoin inflows—from a peak…

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From a technical standpoint, Bitcoin’s current price action is also cause for concern. If BTC fails to hold above the $80,000 support level, analysts warn it could drop further…

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As market forces continue to clash, Bitcoin’s path remains uncertain, driven not only by economic indicators but also by unpredictable global trade developments.

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