S&P 500 dips 0.52% while Bitcoin jumps past $64K ahead of Fed minutes release

The S&P 500 fell 0.52% on Monday, retreating from recent record highs, while Bitcoin surged over 2% to surpass $64,000. Investors are cautious ahead of the Federal Reserve's July meeting minutes due Wednesday, which could signal future rate hikes or a dovish stance. Market reactions will depend on the tone of the minutes amid geopolitical tensions, weak retail sales, and upcoming earnings reports. The divergence highlights differing investor strategies between stocks and cryptocurrencies in a waiting market.