Bitcoin, gold, and stocks are hitting record highs, but experts warn of U.S. deficit dangers. The deficit is expected to reach $1.9 trillion in 2025, already surpassing $1.973 trillion. Bitcoin has slipped to $122,000 as stocks and precious metals outperform it.

Bitcoin may align with stocks and precious metals soon, as correlations turn positive. There’s been a spike in the Bitcoin volatility index, rising to 1.17%. Analysts predict choppy crypto markets supported by Bitcoin and positive ETF flows amid the ongoing government shutdown.

Bitcoin ETF inflows match last week’s levels at $2.7 billion. Myriad predictors foresee more red than green candles for Bitcoin over the weekend. Analysts are divided on the significance of record highs for stocks and crypto amidst a government shutdown, highlighting fiscal stress and market optimism.

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