FameEX Morning Crypto News Recap | July 15, 2025

Trump Moves Toward More Market-Friendly Trade Tariffs

President Trump plans discussions with various countries on tariff matters. The tariff letter, part of trade agreements, signaling a shift toward more cooperative and growth-friendly policies.

EU Announces Plan for Counter Tariffs on $72B Worth of U.S. Imports

EU Commissioner Šefčovič warned that if trade talks with the U.S. collapse, the EU will impose €72 billion in counter-tariffs. This follows Trump’s announcement of a 30% tariff on EU imports from August 1st.

Trump Calls for 1% Fed Rate, Sparking Inflation Fears

President Trump proposed cutting the Federal Reserve's benchmark interest rate to 1% to reduce government borrowing costs. However, economists caution that such a move, amid 4.1% unemployment and 2.5% inflation, could overstimulate the economy and lead to rising inflationary pressures.

Bitcoin Surges to $123,000 Before Profit-Taking Accelerates, Says CryptoQuant

CryptoQuant analyst Tarek J noted that Bitcoin's exchange net flows show increased profit-taking after BTC hit a $123,000 peak, suggesting a local top may be forming. This trend could lead to a short-term correction or consolidation phase as the market stabilizes.

$1.2 Trillion Added to Crypto Market Cap Following Trump’s Tariff Pause

On July 14, CoinGecko reported that the cryptocurrency market gained $1.2 trillion in value since President Trump suspended reciprocal tariffs on April 9.

Compared to Earlier Bull Markets, Bitcoin’s Google Hype Is Still Muted

Despite hitting an all-time high, Bitcoin's search popularity remains muted, Google Trends reported on July 14. Analysts believe the intimidating six-figure price deters newcomers, although fractional buying still allows broader access to the cryptocurrency market.

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