How Middle East tensions could impact the crypto market — study
This week, Israel launched a ground operation in Lebanon, followed by Iran firing over 180 rockets in response yesterday, prompting the Israeli military to strike Hezbollah targets in Beirut.
Despite escalating tensions in the Middle East, the cryptocurrency markets have shown resilience compared to broader stock markets, with investors maintaining a strong appetite for riskier assets, including digital currencies. While geopolitical conflicts often lead to risk aversion, market participants seem relatively unconcerned about the current instability, focusing instead on long-term growth prospects and potential high returns in sectors such as technology and digital assets.
Recent developments in both the stock and crypto markets suggest that while some investors are keeping a close eye on geopolitical events, broader sentiment remains positive. According to a report from QCP Capital, a leading crypto trading firm, demand for cryptocurrencies and digital assets in Asia continues to rise, with risk tolerance among investors remaining high. This suggests that many traders believe the global economic impact of the conflict may be limited in scope or at least manageable within the current market framework.
Bitcoin's price dropped by 4.4% in 24 hours, reaching $60,960.05. However, analysts do not expect a prolonged bearish trend, predicting a quick rebound to current levels or higher. These projections are based on the shifting perception of Bitcoin and other digital assets as alternative stores of value during uncertain times. Additionally, platforms like Bitget reported steady trading activity, with continued interest in leveraged products and futures contracts, further indicating that investors are willing to take calculated risks.