Bitcoin Surges as China Announces Economic Stimulus, Stocks Mixed

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Bitcoin rose to a seven-day high of $64,300 as Asian stocks showed mixed results following China's promise to increase debt for economic support.

China's stimulus measures have sparked optimism, but lack of detail on the package size leaves investors uncertain about its long-term impact.

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Bitcoin Jumps, Asian Stocks Mixed as Traders Assess China’s Economic Stimulus

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Bitcoin surged to a seven-day high late Sunday evening, reaching $64,300, as Asian stocks displayed mixed outcomes following China's announcement of economic stimulus measures over the weekend. The world's second-largest economy vowed to "significantly increase" its debt to support its economy, although details on the stimulus package size remain undisclosed.

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The Shanghai Composite rose 1.6% amid hopes fueled by the announcement, while the Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong fell by 0.4%. Japan's Nikkei 225 saw a 0.57% increase, driven by gains in tech stocks, with markets in South Korea and Australia experiencing minor fluctuations.

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Bitcoin's recent rise follows a previous surge beyond $65,000 last month when China announced a $113 billion liquidity injection to support its stock market. The Shanghai Composite has climbed over 20% in the past month, catching up to U.S. counterparts, although still lagging behind the S&P 500's 34.3% increase over the last year.

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Experts suggest that China's stimulus measures, alongside shifting U.S. macroeconomic data and other global factors, could boost crypto markets for the remainder of the year. Recent U.S. payroll figures exceeded expectations, raising concerns about potential delays in Federal Reserve rate cuts due to inflationary pressures.

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Despite a modest rise in inflation, analysts believe the macro environment remains favorable, with the market stabilizing after early October portfolio rebalancing. The economic landscape continues to evolve as investors assess the impact of China's economic policies and global financial trends.

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