
Bitcoin rebounded above $76,000 as softer-than-expected U.S. producer inflation data, falling oil prices, and a broad risk-asset rally helped trigger heavy short liquidations across crypto markets.
Crypto markets extended their rebound as Bitcoin rose above $76,000 during early U.S. trading, supported by March U.S. Producer Price Index data that came in below economists’ forecasts, easing oil prices, and a parallel rally in equities. According to CoinGlass, total crypto liquidations surpassed $650 million, including about $514.94 million in short positions, with more than $100 million wiped out in a single hour. CryptoSlate data showed the broader crypto market added around $110 billion in value over 24 hours. The new report also adds macro details behind the move: headline PPI rose 4% year over year in March versus a 4.7% consensus estimate, monthly PPI increased 0.5% versus a 1.1% forecast, and core PPI was 3.8% against expectations of 4.2%. In equities, Bull Theory said U.S. indices added nearly $1.4 trillion over two days, while WTI crude fell 6% to $93 per barrel. Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan also said Bitcoin had gained 12% since Feb. 28, compared with a 1% decline for the S&P 500 and a 10% drop in gold, adding to debate over Bitcoin’s role during geopolitical stress.