BREAKING: US-China Tariff Clash Sparks Bitcoin Price Surge - Here’s Why Crypto Is Reacting
Bitcoin just flexed its geopolitical muscles as digital gold.
When US-China tariff tensions escalated this morning, traditional markets wobbled - but Bitcoin surged 8% in two hours, proving once again that crypto doesn't play by Wall Street's rules.
The Trigger Point
Fresh tariff announcements from both economic superpowers sent investors scrambling for non-sovereign assets. Bitcoin's reaction was immediate and decisive, climbing from $67,500 to $72,900 while traditional safe havens struggled to keep pace.
Market analysts noted the pattern: every 0.5% increase in proposed tariffs correlated with a 2.3% Bitcoin price jump. The numbers don't lie - when nation-states fight, borderless money wins.
Meanwhile, traditional finance executives are probably still waiting for their morning coffee to brew while crypto traders pocketed gains. Sometimes being decentralized means being first to react when central powers clash.
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Netflix & Sony Stock Movements Today
Netflix stock was up 0.47% on Tuesday, extending a 23.38% year-to-date rally. The streaming company’s shares have also increased 44.13% over the past 12 months.
Sony stock was up 0.87% today, building on a 40.55% increase since the start of 2025. The entertainment company’s shares have also gained 60.78% over the past year.
Netflix vs. Sony: Which Stock Do Analysts Prefer?
Turning to the TipRanks stock comparison tool, traders can see which of these two stocks analysts favor. Netflix and Sony both have consensus Moderate Buy ratings from analysts. However, NFLX stock has a much higher upside potential at 27.5%, compared to a possible 12.34% upside for SONY shares.
