Bitcoin Resists as Wall Street Loses $3.25T in One Day

A historic day on Wall Street: on April 4, 2025, the American markets lost $3.25 trillion, more than the total market capitalization of crypto.

On April 4, 2025, the American stock markets suffered a historic loss with $3.25 trillion wiped off in a single day, an amount greater than the total market cap of crypto. This unprecedented drop follows Trump's announcement of a 10% tax on all imports and a mechanism for tariff reciprocity.

As the indices sank into the red, it's clear that the market's structure is weak against geopolitical tensions. Investors, caught off guard, massively liquidated their positions in tech stocks on Wall Street, further pressuring the sell-off.

But while Wall Street bled, Bitcoin stood tall, remaining stable around the $83,749 mark. Its market cap now stands at $2.68 trillion, which is less than the loss incurred in one day by the American stock market. This decoupling between the two asset classes begs the question of BTC's role as an alternative safe haven during economic turbulence.

The comparison is noteworthy. The crypto market, often viewed for its volatility and risk, now appears to be displaying a new maturity in the face of the ups and downs of traditional markets. Bitcoin's resilience against Wall Street could attract a growing portion of investors seeking diversification or coverage against aggressive economic policies.

This bleak day on Wall Street could mark a turning point. If protectionist tensions continue, the stock markets risk entering a prolonged phase of instability, especially with a risk of 60% recession, according to JPMorgan. Conversely, crypto assets could emerge strengthened, particularly among institutional investors. The United States has thus shown that even an ultra-financialized economy is not immune to a political shock.