US-China Truce Shakes Markets: Bitcoin Surpasses $105,000 and Investors Reassess Global Landscape
The trade negotiations between the United States and China, concluded on May 12, 2025, resulted in a historic agreement for mutual tariff reduction for 90 days, reigniting optimism in global markets — particularly in the crypto sector.
The US reduced tariffs from 145% to 30% on Chinese products, while China cut taxes on American imports from 125% to 10%. The agreement also establishes a new channel for ongoing dialogue between the powers, signaling a possible global economic realignment.
Cryptocurrencies felt the direct impact:
Bitcoin (BTC) surpassed $105,000 with the wave of optimism.
XRP saw significant gains and briefly surpassed USDT in market capitalization.
ETFs and crypto funds recorded an increase in capital flow for the 4th consecutive week.
Despite the initial excitement, comments from Trump about maintaining tariffs at 30% caused a slight correction in prices. Nevertheless, the market remains attentive to the expected joint statement, which should formalize the terms and indicate the next step in the trade relationship.
What to expect? A lower tension environment may diminish BTC's appeal as a safe haven, but the "risk-on" trend favors assets like crypto. Everything will depend on the sustainability of the truce and the future stance of the US and China.
Conclusion: The agreement may be the beginning of a new era of cooperation — or just a strategic pause. For the crypto market, it is further confirmation that digital currencies are increasingly integrated into the global macroeconomic context.
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