Why do cryptocurrency prices tend to fall when interest rates rise?

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• Gurnoor SinghMay 31, 2024 · a year ago
  When interest rates rise, it usually indicates that the economy is growing and investors have more attractive options for their money. This can lead to a decrease in demand for cryptocurrencies, causing their prices to fall. Additionally, higher interest rates can make borrowing more expensive, which can reduce the amount of capital available for investment in cryptocurrencies.
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• Hakeem HussainDec 19, 2024 · a year ago
  Well, it's like this: when interest rates rise, people tend to shift their investments towards traditional assets like stocks and bonds, which offer higher returns. This shift in investment preference away from cryptocurrencies can result in a decrease in demand and subsequently lower prices.
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• Daniel ApololaApr 23, 2025 · 7 months ago
  From my experience at BYDFi, I've noticed that when interest rates go up, it often leads to a decrease in cryptocurrency prices. This is because higher interest rates make borrowing more expensive, which can reduce the amount of capital available for investment in cryptocurrencies. Additionally, as interest rates rise, investors may be more inclined to invest in traditional assets that offer higher returns, leading to a decrease in demand for cryptocurrencies.
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