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U.S. equity indexes once again pushed to record highs on Monday, with the S&P 500 rising for the fourth consecutive session to 6,519 points. The Nasdaq also reached new peaks, while the Dow Jones hovered near last week’s highs. Despite this bullish momentum in stocks, the crypto market lagged behind, with major altcoins under pressure.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and Dogecoin Lose Steam

Bitcoin traded around $115,860, moving indecisively between $114,000 and $117,000. This range formed a Doji candle, reflecting investor hesitation after the August peak above $124,000.

Ethereum dropped from nearly $4,800 to $4,500, even though it is often dubbed the “internet bond” due to staking yields. XRP slipped back to the $3.00 mark after a brief breakout, while Dogecoin fell from $0.307 to $0.267, pressured by whale selling.

Why Are Markets Hesitating?

Several factors contributed:
Long-term Bitcoin holders are taking profitsInvestors await the Federal Reserve’s rate cut decisionA 25-basis-point cut is widely expected, while a surprise 50-point move could spark a surge in stocks, crypto, and gold

VIX Sends Red Flags

While equities climbed, the VIX index — which measures expected volatility based on S&P 500 options — jumped over 6% to 15.68. This is unusual, as VIX and equities typically move in opposite directions. Historically, breaks in this negative correlation have often preceded corrections.
According to analytics platform Menthor Q, the move may reflect stronger demand for put options as traders hedge against potential downside. This suggests the market could be bracing for a pullback following the Fed’s decision.

Bitcoin Volatility on the Rise

Bitcoin’s implied volatility index from Volmex also rose by 3%, maintaining a positive correlation with the VIX. This is notable, as Bitcoin’s relationship with volatility indexes has shifted since the launch of spot ETFs and especially after Trump’s election victory.

The key question now: will Wednesday’s Fed decision ignite another rally, or confirm the warning signs pointing toward a correction?

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Elon Musk has shaken Wall Street once again, making his largest open-market Tesla purchase ever. Last week, the billionaire acquired nearly $1 billion worth of Tesla shares, fueling a sharp rally in the company’s stock price.
📈 In pre-market trading on Monday, Tesla’s shares surged nearly 6% after Musk disclosed the move. According to filings, he bought roughly 2.57 million shares at prices between $371 and $396 per share.

A Record-Breaking Bet Amid Challenges
The timing is striking. Tesla faces slowing sales, aging vehicle models, and growing competition from both legacy automakers and emerging EV startups. On top of that, Musk’s political involvement has drawn mixed reactions, with critics claiming it has weighed on Tesla’s brand.
Despite these headwinds, Tesla’s board is backing Musk with one of the boldest pay packages in corporate history: a $975 billion performance-based plan, tied to highly ambitious milestones over the next decade. Chairwoman Robyn Denholm defended the move, describing Musk as a “generational leader” whose continued presence is vital to Tesla’s future.

Rare Insider Buying
Musk’s direct stock purchases are extremely rare. Data from Verity shows his last open-market buy was back in February 2020, involving about 200,000 shares worth just $10 million. That makes last week’s billion-dollar purchase a major statement of confidence.
Analysts are divided. While consensus targets on Wall Street suggest a potential 20% downside, others see the purchase as a strong bullish signal, especially given Musk’s push to transform Tesla into a leader not only in EVs, but also in AI, robotics, and autonomous driving.

AI and xAI Connection
Tesla shareholders are also preparing to vote on a new xAI investment plan, Musk’s separate artificial intelligence venture. According to Wedbush analyst Dan Ives, Musk’s Tesla buy signals that he is “doubling down on AI integration within Tesla”, and that investors should read it as a direct bet on the company’s future in next-generation technologies.

Broader Tensions Around Musk
At the same time, Musk’s role in politics has raised two concerns for Tesla investors:

🔹 Whether his political activism distracts from running the company

🔹 Whether his outspoken conservative views and strained ties with President Donald Trump could alienate customers
Meanwhile, Tesla’s global deliveries fell 13% in Q2, underscoring operational challenges. The company is under pressure to refresh its product lineup while fending off stronger EV competition from China, Europe, and the U.S.

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