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๐Ÿ“‰ Breaking: Bitcoin Plunges After China Hits Back With 84% Tariffs ๐Ÿ”ฅ

๐Ÿ’ฅ $BTC dropped nearly 5% after China imposed 84% tariffs on US imports, escalating the trade war. The move follows the US raising tariffs on Chinese goods by 104%, shaking global markets and spurring a risk-off wave.

๐Ÿ“‰ Stock markets worldwide are bleeding. Japanโ€™s Nikkei fell 4%, while South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand also posted steep losses. The S&P 500 reversed gains to fall 1.6%, with the Nasdaq down 2.1%. BTC, tightly correlated with tech stocks, took a hit.

๐Ÿ’ฃ Over $447M in crypto liquidations were recorded, with more than 140K traders wiped out in 24 hours. For the first time in weeks, Bitcoin's long-short ratio flippedโ€”shorts now make up 55% of open interest, signaling strong bearish sentiment.

๐Ÿ›‘ Investors are de-risking fast, fearing deeper losses as trade tensions escalate. With no diplomatic progress in sight, Chinaโ€™s retaliatory tariffs take effect April 10, amplifying uncertainty across all markets.

๐Ÿง  QCP analysts say BTC is consolidating near $75K, but may drop further if equities slide. ETH, underperforming, is nearing $1,400 again. Still, some see opportunity in the panic.

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ โ€œBitcoin has survived worseโ€”Mt. Gox, the Covid crash, China bans. Now youโ€™re scared of tariffs?โ€ said Quinten Francois on X.

๐Ÿ“Š The Fear & Greed Index is flashing extreme fear, reflecting the marketโ€™s growing unease.

โš ๏ธ Disclaimer:
This post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice or endorsement.
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