4 December 2024

Futures Markets Indicate Potential for Record-Breaking Bitcoin Rally Following Trump's Election Win

The futures market indicates that the Bitcoin rally, sparked by Trump's election win, may just be beginning, with significant movements in derivatives and premiums.

The futures market is signaling that the unprecedented Bitcoin rally, which was ignited by Donald Trump’s recent victory in the US presidential election, may be in its early stages.

According to Vetle Lunde, the head of research at K33 Research, there has been a notable shift towards risk-on sentiment across derivatives in light of this surge. "We observed an immediate risk-on rotation across derivatives amidst the surge," Lunde explained. "The CME’s basis has skyrocketed from 7% yesterday to over 15% today. Additionally, perpetual contracts have transitioned from trading below the spot market to exhibiting their largest premiums to the spot market since March."

This significant movement in the futures market suggests that traders are increasingly optimistic about Bitcoin's future performance, potentially setting the stage for further price increases. As the market reacts to political developments and economic indicators, investors are closely monitoring these trends to capitalize on potential gains.

With Bitcoin's price volatility and the influence of external factors such as elections, the current market dynamics could lead to a sustained rally, attracting more participants to the cryptocurrency space. Investors are advised to stay informed and consider the implications of these market signals as they navigate the evolving landscape of digital assets.

Source: Bloomberg.com