Seventy-five days into the U.S.-Iran war, Bitcoin has gained 20%, outperforming both the S&P 500, which hit an all-time high, and gold, which fell 11%. This defies typical market behavior where stocks usually drop and gold rises during conflicts. Experts attribute Bitcoin's resilience to its 24/7 market operation and ease of cross-border transfer, allowing faster recovery and wealth preservation in conflict zones. The article suggests institutional investors may be mispricing Bitcoin by treating it as a high-risk asset, and highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions that could influence Bitcoin's future performance.
Analyst Benjamin Cowen found that Bitcoin, gold, and the S&P 500 historically deliver stronger median returns under divided U.S. government control rather than when one party fully controls the presidency and Congress. Bitcoin, in particular, tends t...
Bitcoin and the Nasdaq have surged recently, with Bitcoin rising nearly 18% last month and Nasdaq hitting record highs, driven by institutional investments and tech sector growth. However, U.S. consumer sentiment has dropped to historic lows due to i...
