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Markets

Bitcoin Traders Should Pay Attention to Japan as Top Economist Warns of Debt Implosion

Debt implosion risks could drive demand for alternative financial escape valves like cryptocurrencies and stablecoins.

Close up of the red circle at the center of the Japanese flag. (DavidRockDesign/Pixabay)

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Corporate America's Recession Fears Plummet Despite the Highest Average Tariff Rate Since 1910

The number of S&P 500 companies mentioning 'recession' in earnings calls has dropped significantly from nearly 125 to under 25.

Corporate America dismisses recession fears. (ZargonDesign)

Finance

U.S. Recession Odds on Polymarket Plunge to 22% as Trade Tensions Cool

Perceived odds of a U.S. recession peaked at 66% back in April as Wall Street banks were raising red flags, yet they have since plunged as trade negotiations advanced.

Odds of a US recession in 2025 chart (Polymarket)

Markets

DOGE, ADA Nosedive 7% as Crypto Traders Digest ‘Recession’ Sentiment

Investors weigh tensions between Elon Musk and President Trump alongside broader recession fears as markets digest the latest macro signals.

Corporate America dismisses recession fears. (ZargonDesign)

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A Pre-Consensus Lift Amidst Lingering Recession Whispers

Following weeks of turbulence, a shift in sentiment sparked a notable crypto rally coinciding with CoinDesk's Consensus conference in Toronto, creating an atmosphere of optimism and good vibes, says CoinDesk Indices’ Andy Baehr.

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Markets

Bitcoin ETFs Lose Over $800M in April as Institutions Stick With Bonds Amid Tariff Volatility

The U.S.-listed BTC ETFs appear on track for the second-highest monthly outflow on record.

Watch out for a spike in key bond market index. (Pixabay)

Markets

U.S. Recession Odds Surge in Prediction Markets on Tariff Shock. What Next for BTC?

Traders on Polymarket and Kalshi are pricing in an over-50% chance of a U.S. recession this year.

U.S. recession in 2025? (Polymarket)

Markets

Goldman Sees Yen Rising to Low 140s as Bitcoin Echoes Tech Stock Weakness

Goldman Sachs recommends the yen as a hedge against U.S. recession risks, citing its historical strength in risk-off environments.

Goldman cites Japanese yen as top hedge against U.S. tariffs, recession. (happylism/Pixabay)

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Markets

Howard Lutnick Plays Down Recession Fears as BTC Lingers in $80K Range

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is dismissing warnings that Trump’s trade policies will drive economic growth, as a BTC chill hits the markets.

Howard Lutnick (Danny Nelson/CoinDesk)

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Threat of Recession Is Receding: Analyst

Geoffrey Chen, Fidenza Macro blog Author, weighs in on crypto market sentiment after U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized "disinflation" again in a speech on Tuesday. "We're in a Goldilocks scenario," Chen said. "The threat of recession is there, but it's definitely receding," he added.

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