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Bitcoin vaults past $72,000 as U.S. stock futures surge on a two‑week U.S.–Iran ceasefire

CoinDesk
Bitcoin exceeded $72,000 and stock futures rose after President Trump and Iran announced a two-week ceasefire, causing oil prices to drop significantly.

Summary

Following a confirmation by President Donald Trump on Truth Social, a two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran has been established, triggering a global risk-on market rally. Bitcoin climbed above $72,000—a 5% increase—while S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones futures all saw significant gains. Conversely, oil prices collapsed by over 10% as the suspension of hostilities eased geopolitical tensions and inflationary fears.

The market movement resulted in nearly $600 million in liquidations for crypto futures, primarily targeting short sellers. While uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz remains, the ceasefire has provided immediate relief to markets that were previously pressured by the potential for a wider conflict and subsequent energy supply disruptions.

(Source:CoinDesk)