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Trump Tariff Pivot Sparks Crypto Rebound: P2P Merchants Eye Spreads
MacroBullish1 min readJanuary 22, 2026Decrypt

Trump Tariff Pivot Sparks Crypto Rebound: P2P Merchants Eye Spreads

Markets are roaring back as Trump backs off EU tariffs, injecting life into BTC and ETH. P2P traders, get ready for volatility and potential spread expansion.

Crypto just dodged a bullet. Trump's tariff U-turn sent Bitcoin and Ethereum climbing, proving geopolitical noise still moves the needle.

This isn't just a minor blip; it's a direct response to a potential trade war that threatened global markets. Now, that threat is receding.

Bitcoin is up 2% to $89,900, Ethereum is up 2% to $2,995, and XRP is up 3% to $1.94. Over $1 billion in liquidations were wiped out as the market found its footing.

For you P2P hustlers on Binance and Bybit, this means opportunity. Expect wider bid-ask spreads as traders react to the renewed bullish sentiment and increased volume.

Don't get complacent; this rebound is a signal to load up and prepare for the next wave of price action.