empty
 
 
20.05.2021 01:07 PM
US stocks plunge amid Bitcoin crash

This image is no longer relevant

US indices crashed on Wednesday, following the collapse seen on the crypto market. Energy and commodity stocks were the ones that fell the most, as they were significantly affected by the decrease in commodity prices.

For instance, Coinbase Global, Marathon Digital and Riot Blockchain recorded more than 5% loss, after Bitcoin hit its lowest price since January.

This image is no longer relevant

Tesla also saw a decline on its stocks, after its branch in China reported a slowdown in sales.

And at its worst, Bitcoin fell over 30% overnight, slipping to $ 30,000 per coin. But by morning, it recovered around 7%.

Meanwhile, other cryptocurrencies lost double digits, partly due to the announcement of the People's Bank of China, which said that digital tokens cannot be used as a form of payment.

This image is no longer relevant

Indeed, stocks have slumped in recent sessions, but more expensive sectors like tech have dropped on fears of inflation and a resurgence of COVID-19.

And although policymakers reassured that they will maintain an adaptable position, traders will base their actions on the statements of the Federal Reserve.

In fact, according to Barclays Director Emmanuel Kau, market players will be on their toes, waiting for the next data on inflation and the Fed's moves towards it.

S&P 500 dropped 0.7% on Wednesday.

Andrey Shevchenko,
Analytical expert of InstaForex
© 2007-2024
Earn on cryptocurrency rate changes with InstaForex
Download MetaTrader 4 and open your first trade
  • Grand Choice
    Contest by
    InstaForex
    InstaForex always strives to help you
    fulfill your biggest dreams.
    JOIN CONTEST
  • Chancy Deposit
    Deposit your account with $3,000 and get $9000 more!
    In May we raffle $9000 within the Chancy Deposit campaign!
    Get a chance to win by depositing $3,000 to a trading account. Having fulfilled this condition, you become a campaign participant.
    JOIN CONTEST
  • Trade Wise, Win Device
    Top up your account with at least $500, sign up for the contest, and get a chance to win mobile devices.
    JOIN CONTEST
  • 100% Bonus
    Your unique opportunity to get a 100% bonus on your deposit
    GET BONUS
  • 55% Bonus
    Apply for a 55% bonus on your every deposit
    GET BONUS
  • 30% Bonus
    Receive a 30% bonus every time you top up your account
    GET BONUS

Recommended Stories

Can't speak right now?
Ask your question in the chat.
Widget callback