The Chinese yuan has extended its three-month losing trend, sliding to its lowest since September 2023. “Markets Daily” host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down what CNY’s strength means for bitcoin price.
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The Chinese Yuan has hit its weakest point since September 2023, trading at 7.32 per US dollar, amid concerns over impending US tariffs under President-elect Donald Trump’s administration. This has led to a three-month losing streak, with the CSI 300 Index and Chinex Index also plummeting. The yield on China’s 10-year government bonds has tumbled to 1.6%, signaling growing fears of deflation.
As a result, investors are fleeing to alternative assets, including Bitcoin. Historically, when the Chinese economy shows signs of strain, money flows into Bitcoin, which surged threefold during China’s last significant devaluation in 2015. The People’s Bank of China has been using tools to temper bearish expectations, but Bitcoin bulls need to watch out for potential outright intervention, which could boost the dollar index and cap Bitcoin’s upside.
The dollar index has climbed from 100 to 108 in just three months, driven by rising US Treasury yields, which can zap investor appetite for riskier assets like Bitcoin. Despite this, Bitcoin’s bull run has strong momentum, and China’s market meltdown could continue to fuel its growth. However, potential interventions and a strengthening dollar could cap its upside.
The interconnectedness of global markets means that when traditional markets falter, crypto becomes a part of the conversation. Bitcoin’s price rally could be accelerated by China’s market meltdown, but investors need to be aware of the potential risks and macroeconomic forces at play.
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* DeFi (Decentralized Finance) is a rapidly growing sector that uses blockchain technology to create decentralized financial systems.
* DeFi protocols allow for lending, borrowing, and trading without the need for intermediaries like banks.
* The total value locked (TVL) in DeFi protocols has grown from $1 billion in 2020 to over $100 billion in 2022.
* DeFi is not just limited to cryptocurrencies, but also includes stablecoins, decentralized exchanges, and other financial instruments.
* The DeFi space is highly competitive, with new protocols and projects emerging regularly, offering innovative solutions to traditional financial problems.
