Cryptocurrency Market Panic: Bitcoin and Ether Plunge Dramatically

In a dramatic turn of events, the cryptocurrency market experienced a broad selloff over the weekend, which accelerated during Sunday evening U.S. hours. This selloff sent Bitcoin (BTC) plunging to levels not seen since February and Ether (ETH) back to prices not seen since December.

Bitcoin is currently down 12% over the past 24 hours and 20% on a week-over-week basis. Ether has fared even worse, down 21% over the past 24 hours and 30% over the past week, effectively erasing its year-to-date gains and falling by roughly 3% since January 1. The broader CoinDesk 20 Index is also down 12% over the past 24 hours, reflecting the widespread panic gripping the market.

The trigger for this massive correction in both crypto and traditional markets may have been the Bank of Japan's recent decision to hike its benchmark interest rate. This monetary tightening sent the yen soaring and caused the Nikkei stock index to tumble. The Nikkei is now down roughly 15% over the past three sessions and 20% from its mid-July peak.

The turmoil in Japan quickly spread to the U.S., where the Nasdaq slid more than 5% in the final two sessions of last week. Nasdaq futures are down by 2.5% in Sunday evening trading, further compounding the market's woes.

Adding to the uncertainty, the U.S. Federal Reserve surprised many by appearing ambivalent about cutting rates in September, despite holding rates steady. Traders have priced in a 100% chance of lower U.S. base rates in September, with a 71% chance of a 50 basis point cut and a 29% chance of a 25 basis point cut. The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield has tumbled to 3.75% on Sunday evening, down from 4.25% just a week ago and significantly lower than the current fed funds target of 5.25%-5.50%.

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As we move forward, the importance of understanding market dynamics cannot be overstated. The Nasdaq market impact and the performance of the CoinDesk 20 Index are critical indicators for investors. By staying informed and leveraging advanced technologies, businesses can navigate these turbulent times more effectively.

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