Is a US–China Trade Deal Paving Bitcoin's Road to $100K?
Big geopolitical moves are shaking up crypto — here's what it could mean for Bitcoin.
I wasn’t expecting this when I checked the news this morning — the kind of headline that makes you swallow your coffee too fast: “US and China close landmark trade deal.”
At first, I thought, “Well, Wall Street's going to love that.” Then it hit me — what about Bitcoin?
If you’ve been in the crypto game for a while, you know the drill: macro shifts don’t just move stocks anymore — they ripple through everything, including our beloved digital assets. And this one? It might be the spark that lights Bitcoin’s fuse toward that long-fabled six-figure price tag.
What This US–China Trade Deal Means for Crypto Investors
This isn’t just good news for the S&P 500 — crypto is deeply in the mix now.
Global Calm = Crypto Heat
According to a piece by CryptoTicker, some of those heavy tariffs — we’re talking up to 145% — are about to be slashed. That’s not just a signal for smoother supply chains or cheaper gadgets. This is a macro green light.
When the world feels a little safer, investors don’t cling to cash — they hunt for opportunities. Liquidity flows back into riskier assets. That’s where Bitcoin and crypto shine. I saw it myself in late 2020 — after markets settled post-COVID panic, Bitcoin didn’t just creep up; it sprinted. The same feeling is brewing now.
Bitcoin Moves With the Times
We used to think of Bitcoin as this outsider asset, immune to global headlines. But those days are over. Now it reacts to CPI prints, Fed decisions, even political drama. It’s becoming a barometer — or maybe a lightning rod — for global sentiment.
The latest projections have BTC floating between $70K and $80K, with bullish targets pushing toward $100K to $110K by mid-2025. That would be more than a technical rally. That would be hope — the kind many of us haven’t felt since 2021.
If I’m being honest? I remember watching Bitcoin crash from its all-time high after FTX collapsed. Felt like crypto dreams were turning to dust. Getting back to $100K would mean more than profits. It’d mean resilience — that we made it through some very dark chapters.
Ethereum, XRP, and Solana — Who’s Next to Rally?
Bitcoin may lead, but the altcoins aren’t sleeping through this.
Ethereum: Institutional Appetite on the Rise?
Ethereum’s value isn’t just in speculation anymore — it’s tied to activity. If the macro backdrop turns less chaotic, we might see DeFi, real-world assets, and even institutional experiments on Ethereum pick back up.
I’ve got alerts set for ETH ETF news and scaling upgrades. If we get positive movement on both, don’t be shocked if ETH reclaims $3K—and goes well beyond.
XRP: Global Trade Narrative Reignited
XRP’s utility narrative has often felt overstated… until times like these. Cross-border trade is literally in the spotlight again, and that’s XRP’s wheelhouse.
If the SEC finally chills out, and this macro momentum keeps building? We could see XRP’s role in international settlement finally become more than just theory.
Solana: Tech + Sentiment = Blast Off
Solana is almost a mood coin. When retail traders are energized, Solana tends to run. And right now, with the world edging back into a “risk-on” mode? This could be Solana’s moment to break out of its slumber.
I picked up a small bag of SOL last fall during the dip. Every time I check it now, I’m grinning — cautiously — but grinning.
How I'm Positioning My Portfolio Right Now
Where macro winds meet crypto emotion — let’s talk strategy.
Here’s how I’m thinking about this moment:
- Macro trumps micro. With U.S.–China tensions easing, risk appetite is back. That makes this more than a short-term bounce.
- Spot ETFs aren't done yet. A quieter macro environment could create room for the SEC to get out of its own way. ETH ETFs could be closer than we think.
- Rates still matter. If the Fed stays aggressive with rates, this rally might stall. But for now, there’s breathing room — and opportunity.
I've started gradually adding to my BTC position again — just like I did during the late 2022 lull. I’m not going all-in, but I’m not sitting on the sidelines either. DCA is still my best friend.
Is the $100K Bitcoin Dream Still Alive?
It might be more than a dream this time.
Let’s be real — Bitcoin at $100K has been a rallying cry and a punchline depending on when you asked. We’ve been close before… and we’ve been burned before.
But this time feels different. There’s less froth. More structure. More institutional awareness. And finally, a macro backdrop that isn't trying to rip everything down.
So, are we near liftoff?
I’m cautiously leaning in. Not out of hype, but out of data, conviction, and momentum.
What about you?
Are you seeing the signals? Or staying flat until there's more clarity?
Drop your thoughts in the comments — are you gearing up for the next leg of this market, or keeping your powder dry?
Let’s trade ideas. After all, this market’s too big — and too wild — to go it alone.