Bitcoin Surges to Seven-Week High on Trump’s Fed and Trade Backtracks

Bitcoin leaped 2.8% on Wednesday to $93,662.90—its highest level since early March—as President Trump eased threats against Fed Chair Jerome Powell and hinted at tariff cuts on China, reviving risk appetite across markets.

Bitcoin Price Action

• High of Day: Topped $94,000 before settling near $93,662.90 (4:53 p.m. ET)

• Weekly Gain: Up more than 7%, reclaiming seven-week highs

• Trading Range: Now consolidating within $76,000-$95,000—a breakout above the upper bound could signal the next leg up

Key Catalysts

H3: Fed Independence Reprieve

• No Firing Powell: Trump walked back week-old threats to dismiss Fed Chair Jerome Powell, calming fears over central bank autonomy and U.S. dollar stability.

H3: Trade War De-escalation Hopes

• China Tariffs: The President said duties on Chinese goods would be “substantially” lower—sparking optimism for global growth and risk assets.

H3: Regulatory Tailwinds

• SEC Leadership: The appointment of crypto-friendly SEC Chair Paul Atkins has boosted confidence in regulatory clarity for digital assets.

• Liquidity Signals: Quantitative indicators, such as the liquidity lag metric, have aligned with traditional breakout patterns.

Market Implications

• Dollar Weakness: A softer greenback makes BTC more attractive to foreign investors.

• Correlation Dynamics: Bitcoin's renewed rally decouples from broader crypto sideways trading—highlighting its role as an alternative hedge in uncertain policy environments.

• Institutional Interest: Improved sentiment may draw fresh capital into BTC ETFs and derivatives.

What's Next for Traders

1. Breakout Watch: A sustained close above $95,000 could confirm a new uptrend.

2. Regulatory Updates: Monitor SEC guidance under Chair Atkins for clues on wider crypto policy.

3. Macro Data: Upcoming PMI and Fed minutes will test the durability of risk-on flows.

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