Coin Stories News Block: Bitcoin Price Drops, Recession Fears Accelerate, Wall Street Titan Says Institutions Will Go 'Head First' into Bitcoin, Govn't Paying $3 Billion/Day in Interest Expense
Sep 5, 2024
Howard Lutnick, a prominent Wall Street titan, dives into the evolving landscape of institutional investments in Bitcoin. He discusses Bitcoin's recent price drop and its historical challenges, particularly in September. Lutnick emphasizes the growing institutional interest, projecting that entities will soon dive 'head first' into Bitcoin. The conversation also touches on the alarming U.S. national debt, the hefty $3 billion daily interest expense, and how Bitcoin can serve as a potential solution for fiscal responsibility in an unstable economic climate.
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September's Negative Effect on Bitcoin
- September has historically been Bitcoin's worst performing month with an average return of -4.5%.
- Recent poor economic data like contracting manufacturing PMI contributes to Bitcoin's slump.
Manufacturing Weakness Signals Stagflation
- Manufacturing is contracting with PMI below 50 for five months and new orders dropping to a 15-month low.
- Rising inventories and higher costs create stagflation, pressuring economic growth and Bitcoin.
Construction Decline Signals Slowdown
- U.S. construction spending fell below expectations, signaling declining confidence about future economic growth.
- Construction's weakness contributes to the broader economic slowdown affecting stocks and Bitcoin alike.