22-05-2025 14:41
Moody’s downgrades US credit rating, BTC remains resilient
What a week in the markets! Credit rating agency Moody’s has officially downgraded the United States’ long-term credit rating, lowering it from Aaa to Aa1, marking the first time in history that the world’s largest economy has lost its top-tier status.
Amid the news, Bitcoin (BTC) showed relative resilience. Despite slipping 0.7% in 24 hours, it held firm near $103,000, continuing to trade within a strong range. The flagship cryptocurrency remains buoyant, even as traditional financial markets react to growing uncertainty.
Moody’s cited multiple factors in its decision: a sharp rise in US national debt over the past decade, rising interest rates, and increasing instability driven by President Donald Trump’s tariff policies. The agency projects that America’s fiscal deficit could reach 9% of GDP by 2035, up from 6.4% in 2024, as federal spending obligations grow, and debt servicing costs consume a larger portion of the budget.
While the downgrade has sparked concern in traditional markets, some analysts believe it could strengthen Bitcoin’s position as a hedge asset. The digital currency has traded consistently above $100,000, defying its long-standing reputation as a high-risk investment. More and more investors are starting to view BTC as a safe haven in times of fiscal instability.
At the time of writing, Bitcoin is hovering around $106,270, aiming to consolidate within its current range.
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Published 22 May 2025
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