XRP and Dogecoin price drop after China announced retaliatory tariffs on U.S.

Cryptocurrency Surge Reverses After China's Tariff Announcement

In the past 24 hours, major cryptocurrencies experienced notable gains, with some witnessing increases of up to 20%. This surge was attributed to a "buy-the-dip" strategy following a market shift of $2.2 billion on Monday. However, these gains were swiftly reversed when China announced retaliatory tariffs against the U.S.

During the Asian morning hours, the market retracted as the deadline for new U.S. tariffs on China passed without a resolution. Cryptocurrencies such as XRP, Dogecoin (DOGE), Solana (SOL), and Cardano (ADA) had climbed by nearly 3%, while Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) had gained approximately 4%.

Ben El-Baz, Managing Director of HashKey Global, raised concerns about the U.S.-China tariff conflict. He noted that it could dampen interest in risk assets, potentially affecting the positive sentiment that has fueled the crypto market's growth in the past year. Nevertheless, he suggested that if the U.S. adopts more crypto-friendly policies, the adverse effects could be temporary.

Traders remain uncertain about the long-term implications of China's tariffs. The market may experience a reversal or a prolonged downturn if further actions are taken against China by the Trump administration. Min Jung, a research analyst at Prestro Research, highlighted that while Bitcoin is increasingly perceived as a digital store of value, it still exhibits characteristics of a risk asset. The tariffs, like other risk assets such as stocks, are exerting pressure on cryptocurrencies.

While the initial market reaction may have been an overreaction, volatility is expected to persist as developments unfold. The critical question is whether these tariffs represent a negotiating tactic or the beginning of a more prolonged trade conflict, particularly given Trump's focus on China.

Trump's previous tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China triggered a sharp decline in Bitcoin and stock markets on Monday. This shift shifted investor focus from Trump's pro-crypto stance to the immediate economic consequences.

The recent market events provided a "buy-the-dip" opportunity, with traders seeking refuge in dollar-backed stablecoins to mitigate economic uncertainty. However, retaliatory measures from affected nations could lead to a broader trade conflict, exacerbating volatility in the crypto market.