{"id":19718,"date":"2026-01-13T11:04:55","date_gmt":"2026-01-13T11:04:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bitunikey.com\/news\/bitcoin-dips-as-trumps-iran-tariff-shock-hits-key-resistance-band\/"},"modified":"2026-01-13T11:05:00","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T11:05:00","slug":"bitcoin-dips-as-trumps-iran-tariff-shock-hits-key-resistance-band","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bitunikey.com\/news\/bitcoin-dips-as-trumps-iran-tariff-shock-hits-key-resistance-band\/","title":{"rendered":"Bitcoin dips as Trump\u2019s Iran tariff shock hits key resistance band"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-detail__content blocks\">\n<p class=\"is-style-lead\">Trump\u2019s 25% Iran tariff jolts markets as Bitcoin stalls at dense resistance, options reset, and macro volatility keeps BTC, ETH trapped in a choppy range.<\/p>\n<div id=\"cn-block-summary-block_a49f8d782cbcf9309b49bb8227156f68\" class=\"cn-block-summary\">\n<div class=\"cn-block-summary__nav tabs\">\n        <span class=\"tabs__item is-selected\">Summary<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<div class=\"cn-block-summary__content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bitcoin and Ethereum slipped after Trump announced a 25% tariff on all countries trading with Iran, while Dash and Monero outperformed.\u200b<\/li>\n<li>Bitfinex analysts say BTC is capped by a dense supply zone and fading options open interest, leaving price range-bound despite long-term bullish positioning.\u200b<\/li>\n<li>LMAX\u2019s Joel Kruger warns elevated macro volatility from U.S. data, Fed signals and geopolitical tensions will dictate whether BTC and ETH break consolidation.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .cn-block-summary --><\/p>\n<p>Bitcoin declined following U.S. President Donald Trump\u2019s announcement of a 25% tariff on all countries trading with Iran, according to market data. Ethereum also experienced modest losses during the same period.<\/p>\n<p>While Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and other digital assets showed minor declines and stagnation, privacy-focused cryptocurrencies gained attention with significant price increases. Dash and Monero both posted notable gains, despite Dubai, a major digital asset hub, implementing a ban on privacy-focused altcoins.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bitcoin reacts to Trump\u2019s renewed tariff on Iran trade<\/h2>\n<p>Bitfinex analysts released an analysis stating that while long-term sentiment remains positive, investors have adopted a cautious stance in the short term. The analysts noted that Bitcoin\u2019s upward movement has been constrained by a strong resistance zone, with multiple rejections occurring at this level in recent weeks.<\/p>\n<p>According to the Bitfinex report, Bitcoin is currently approaching a dense supply zone characterized by significant recent buyer activity and a broad cost base. The analysts stated that until this supply zone clears, the market is expected to remain range-bound with gradual gains rather than entering a sharp uptrend.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- .cn-block-related-link --><\/p>\n<p>The report also indicated that open options positions have declined by nearly half, suggesting a \u201cclean picture\u201d in the derivatives market. Derivatives market data shows investors are increasing long-term bullish positions, with heightened interest in long-term call options, which the analysts interpreted as an indication of optimism regarding future price movements.<\/p>\n<p>LMAX strategist Joel Kruger issued a statement warning that macroeconomic volatility is expected to remain elevated in the coming period. Kruger cited a busy schedule including U.S. inflation data releases, earnings reports from major banks, Federal Reserve statements, geopolitical tensions, and an ongoing Justice Department investigation related to the Federal Reserve chair.<\/p>\n<p>Kruger stated that specific price levels for Bitcoin and Ethereum remain critical indicators for determining whether the current consolidation phase will trigger a new uptrend.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- .cn-block-related-link --><\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Trump\u2019s 25% Iran tariff jolts markets as Bitcoin stalls at dense resistance, options reset, and macro volatility keeps BTC, ETH trapped in a choppy range. 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