Crypto Markets Rebound Sharply on Iran-Israel Ceasefire: Bitcoin Leads Risk-On Surge

A wave of optimism swept across crypto markets Monday as news broke of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel. The relief rally brought swift price recoveries across major digital assets, with Bitcoin reclaiming critical levels and altcoins bouncing back double digits.

Bitcoin jumped more than 6% following the ceasefire announcement, reversing weekend losses that saw the asset dip below the psychologically important $100K mark. As the geopolitical dust began to settle, traders rotated back into crypto -abandoning safe-haven assets like gold and cash.

By mid-morning trading, Bitcoin hovered near $106,000, with heavy volume on both spot and derivatives exchanges. Ethereum followed suit, adding over 8% to trade above $2,400. Solana, XRP, and Avalanche saw gains of 7–10%, reflecting a broad-based sentiment shift across the altcoin spectrum.

“Crypto markets are regaining confidence fast,” said Nadia Torres, head of digital asset research at Vanta Capital. “The moment geopolitical risk receded, traders flooded back into high-beta plays.”

Crypto Reclaims Its Risk-On Identity

The price action confirms a pattern: crypto is moving more like tech equities and less like traditional hedges. Last week’s sell-off aligned with a sharp uptick in Middle East tensions, pushing Bitcoin down nearly 5% in 48 hours.

Now, with missiles silenced and diplomacy in motion, digital assets are once again behaving like high-risk, high-reward bets.

Gold, which spiked during the conflict, lost 2.3% as investors pivoted back to risk. Treasury yields also rose slightly, another sign of shifting sentiment.

Crypto Asset	Pre-Ceasefire Price	Post-Ceasefire High	% Change	Remarks
Bitcoin (BTC)	~$98,200	~$106,400	+8.3%	Rebounded after breaking below $100K support
Ethereum (ETH)	~$2,210	~$2,420	+9.5%	Strong bounce fueled by renewed DeFi flows
Solana (SOL)	~$143	~$157	+9.8%	Outperformed BTC on relative basis
XRP	~$0.585	~$0.636	+8.7%	Gained on overall market sentiment
Avalanche (AVAX)	~$27.10	~$30.15	+11.2%	Benefited from tech-heavy rotation
Chainlink (LINK)	~$14.30	~$15.90	+11.2%	Volume spike on major exchanges
Polygon (MATIC)	~$0.682	~$0.743	+8.9%	Strong correlation with ETH bounce
Dogecoin (DOGE)	~$0.148	~$0.161	+8.8%	Speculative flows returned quickly
Cardano (ADA)	~$0.388	~$0.423	+9.0%	Followed broader L1 ecosystem recovery

Wall Street Breathes, Tech Leads

The crypto comeback mirrored a broader rebound in traditional markets. Nasdaq futures climbed 1.8% in pre-market trade. Mega-cap tech stocks—often correlated with Bitcoin—posted strong gains:

• Nvidia (NVDA): +3.1%
• Apple (AAPL): +2.5%
• Tesla (TSLA): +4.2%

Risk appetite returned quickly as investors digested both the ceasefire and signals from the Federal Reserve that rate hikes may be done for the year.

“We’re seeing a synchronized rebound across crypto and tech,” noted Martin Koh, macro strategist at Helix Research. “Bitcoin, like the Nasdaq, thrives on peace and low rates.”

Oil Slips, Volatility Lingers

Crude oil prices dropped sharply on the news. Brent crude fell from above $75 to near $67, easing inflation fears and further fueling the recovery in growth assets. Lower energy prices typically help sentiment across both equities and crypto.

Still, traders remain cautious.

The ceasefire is fragile, and any signs of renewed conflict could send markets reeling. Additionally, upcoming U.S. inflation data and central bank commentary may reintroduce volatility.

The Bigger Picture

Crypto’s reaction to geopolitics once again proves it is not a safe haven—but it is a clear barometer of investor risk appetite. As conflict recedes, the hunger for yield and momentum returns.

Key takeaways:

• Bitcoin surged above $105K after Iran-Israel ceasefire.
• Ethereum, Solana, and other altcoins followed suit with 7–10% gains.
• Tech stocks and Nasdaq futures rallied in tandem.
• Oil prices dropped, gold slipped, and traders rotated back into risk.
• Market remains fragile, with macro data and geopolitical stability in focus.

If peace holds, expect the rally to continue. But in today’s macro-geopolitical climate, calm can be fleeting – and the next shock could be just one headline away.