#数字资产市场动态 Geopolitical emergencies trigger global financial shocks—Under tariff threats, crypto and precious metals show two contrasting trends

Last Monday, U.S. policymakers sent a strong signal: tariffs targeting European trade partners suddenly escalated, focusing on French wine and champagne products, with proposed rates approaching 200%. This move, combined with geopolitical topics during the Davos Forum, instantly ignited market expectations.

Market reactions were highly divided. On one hand, risk assets like $BTC came under significant pressure—Bitcoin briefly fell below the $92,000 mark, with long positions facing continuous hits, showing clear signs of panic selling. Holders watched the candlesticks move downward, feeling quite distressed.

On the other hand, risk-averse sentiment dominated the precious metals market. Spot gold prices surged, successfully breaking through the psychological $1700 per ounce level, hitting new record highs. This shift of funds from risk assets to safe-haven assets reflects deep market concerns over uncertainty.

From an investor's perspective, the expectation of tariff escalation often signals dual worries: rising inflationary pressures and slowing economic growth. In this context, Bitcoin, as a high-beta asset, is most affected, while gold regains favor due to its classic safe-haven properties. The divergence in performance between these two asset classes precisely mirrors the current market's risk re-pricing.