Chinese cryptocurrency analytics company QCP Capital stated in its latest market assessment that risk appetite in the global financial environment has re-emerged.
The company said that the continued strength of US labor market data and stable inflation were maintaining a “Goldilocks” (neither too cold nor too hot) balance, which was increasing interest in risk assets.
QCP stated that a wide range of risk assets, from stocks and precious metals to the dollar and cryptocurrencies, have gained value; and that markets have remained calm despite geopolitical developments such as Venezuela and Iran. The analysis noted that oil prices have gained a geopolitical premium, and indicated that the overall market outlook is resilient.
QCP reported that some investors are viewing the current optimism in the context of the US midterm elections, adding that the expectation that the Trump administration will focus on improving market performance and boosting risk appetite by supporting liquidity is positively impacting risk assets.
In the crypto market, Bitcoin finally surpassed the $95,000 level, which it had long faced resistance to. According to QCP, the rise in precious metals and the expectation of currency depreciation could lead investors to turn back to digital assets.
The analysis highlighted that the most significant risk factors were the anticipated tariff decision by the US Supreme Court and further escalation of tensions in Venezuela or Iran. However, QCP added that current price movements already reflect some of these risks.
*This is not investment advice.