Daily comment 16.12.2024

Today, the cryptocurrency market shows mixed signals. Bitcoin (BTC) is trading around 66,000 USD, maintaining stability following regulatory updates and minor corrections in risk assets. Ethereum (ETH) continues its upward trend, currently priced around 3,500 USD, driven by expectations related to upcoming Ethereum 2.0 network upgrades.

Alternative cryptocurrencies like Ripple (XRP) and Dogecoin (DOGE) are also making gains, up by 5% and 3% respectively, supported by positive news and increased trading volume.

In terms of indices, European markets started the day with slight losses, with the DAX index down by approximately 0.2% due to economic uncertainties and anticipation of new inflation data from the Eurozone.