Seems as though yesterday was the first day in a while without any tariff-related headlines dominating the news, and markets rallied in response. Not only were there no fresh tariff developments, but progress is supposedly being made in Eastern Europe, with Trump stating he had "very good and productive" talks with Putin and that there is a "very good chance" the war will end.

Gold has broken $3,000 per ounce for the first time in history, the S&P 500 had its best day since November 6, and Bitcoin is up 4% on the day, taking it back to the topside of its range. The question now is whether markets can sustain this greenery.

Thursday morning brings another FOMC meeting and interest rate decision, with a 99% probability of no cuts. The real event to watch is Powell’s press conference afterward, where he’ll address the state of the economy, the impact of tariffs, and more. His tone—whether hawkish or dovish—will set the direction for the markets.

Trump's 2025 economic strategy embraces "short-term pain for long-term gain" as he seeks to refinance $9.2 trillion in U.S. debt maturing that year. By deliberately inducing an economic slowdown through tariffs, government job cuts, and policies aimed at lowering oil prices, Trump hopes to curb inflation and interest rates, making refinancing cheaper. This has caused immediate pain—over $5 trillion has been erased from U.S. stock markets and a near 30% decline in Bitcoin—but the long-term goal is to stabilise national debt and foster a stronger economy once rates decline.

As we’ve mentioned countless times, this bearishness is temporary and should be seen as a prime buying opportunity for Bitcoin and strong altcoins. The market will turn, and those who take advantage of these dips often reap the biggest rewards when the next bull cycle begins.

This Trump-driven volatility isn’t going anywhere, and sharp corrections should be expected throughout the year. As I’ve said time and time again, these dips are golden buying opportunities. History has proven this true—and those who have acted accordingly have seen massive gains.

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