Real Vision: Finance & Investing Bitcoin Slumps, China Manufacturing Contracts, and Japan’s Crypto Moves: PALvatar Market Recap, December 01 2025
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Dec 1, 2025 December kicks off with a dramatic Bitcoin decline as a result of China's renewed crypto ban. Meanwhile, Japan is contemplating a 20% flat tax on crypto gains, sparking discussions on its potential impact. Economic indicators indicate a contraction in China's manufacturing sector and mixed signals from the UK on consumer borrowing. Against this backdrop, Sony Bank is gearing up to launch a U.S. stablecoin, raising eyebrows in the crypto community. Get ready for a wild ride in the markets!
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Weak Start To December From Macro Risks
- Global markets started December poorly as China data and U.S. caution weighed on sentiment.
- Slowing China manufacturing and upcoming U.S. PMI/PCE reports intensified downside risk.
China Manufacturing Falls Into Contraction
- China's manufacturing unexpectedly contracted in November with readings below 50 signaling decline.
- The official composite PMI fell into contraction for the first time since December 2022, marking a notable slowdown.