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Global M2 surge unlikely to deliver broad Bitcoin rally amid weak China flows

A $1 trillion jump in worldwide money supply, driven largely by China, shows limited signs of supporting cryptocurrency demand through traditional channels.

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The cryptocurrency market has faced sustained pressure in recent weeks, with capital flows and stablecoin supply constraints weighing on sentiment. Global M2 money supply expanded by roughly $1 trillion in a single week, according to recent analysis, with China accounting for approximately $800 billion of that increase. However, the surge appears unlikely to translate into significant Bitcoin demand.

Global M2 captures cash and liquid deposits worldwide and typically serves as a primary liquidity source for risk assets including cryptocurrencies. Historically, declines in year-over-year M2 growth have marked Bitcoin price bottoms and opened doors for broader rallies. Currently, year-over-year M2 growth remains positive with no clear move into negative territory, suggesting Bitcoin and altcoins could slide further before a reversal emerges.

China's limited exposure to Bitcoin undermines the liquidity boost's impact. Hong Kong Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds have absorbed just 48.1 BTC since August began, worth roughly $3.057 million. Mainland China's hostile stance toward cryptocurrency and widespread asset class bans further restrict potential capital flows from the region.

U.S. money supply dynamics present a more significant variable. The country's money supply continued expanding, with the latest figure placed at $23.16 trillion. U.S. crypto ETFs recorded their strongest weekly inflow since mid-April, with roughly $1.10 billion flowing into the products. This inflow, combined with reduced Middle East conflict headlines easing market pressure, could support near-term Bitcoin and altcoin performance.

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