Investors responded quickly after Trump signaled a possible easing in the conflict. His remarks reduced immediate concern over a prolonged military crisis and a deeper shock to energy supplies. Stocks, currencies, and cryptocurrencies all moved higher as risk appetite improved. A calmer tone around the conflict helped Bitcoin recover from pressure seen earlier in the week.
Richard Galvin, co-founder of hedge fund DACM, said markets may read Trump’s comments as signaling a faster path to de-escalation. He also warned that fresh military action by the US, Israel, or Iran could quickly revive volatility. His remarks captured the mood across trading desks, where optimism returned but caution stayed firmly in place.
Bitcoin’s reaction drew added interest because the token had already shown relative resilience during recent market stress. As military action began on February 28, Bitcoin, oil, and broader financial markets experienced volatile prices without a deeper collapse. Tuesday’s rebound suggested many traders still see room for recovery when geopolitical pressure begins to ease.