#TrumpTariffs Here’s What Crypto Traders Need to Know

President Trump has reignited trade wars, announcing 25% tariffs on imports from Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, and others — especially those seen as pro-China or BRICS-aligned.

Within hours:

📉 US stocks fell ~0.9%

📈 Oil prices and bond yields spiked

💰 Bitcoin hovered near $108,000, showing strength amid chaos

📊 VIX jumped 9% — a major volatility signal

💥 What It Means for You (Especially If You Trade Crypto):

🔍 History says: When tariffs go up, traditional markets panic.

Smart money often looks for neutral, borderless assets — like Bitcoin.

🧠 Real Pros Know:

✅ Capital protection > chasing pumps

✅ Tariff wars = risk-on/off rotations

✅ BTC sometimes acts like “digital gold” during macro stress

❌ Don’t get caught overleveraged — these moves trigger liquidations fast

📌 Lessons from Past Tariff Cycles:

2018 China Tariffs: BTC dropped 8% fast, then rebounded

2020–2021: Stimulus + tariffs drove a BTC bull run

Now in 2025: With post-halving strength + ETF flows, crypto could surprise to the upside

🧭 Bottom Line:

This isn’t just trade policy — it’s macro tension.

Bitcoin thrives when trust in fiat, borders, and policy weakens.

Stay sharp. Watch the Fed.

And remember:

“Trade smart. Survive first. Profit later.”