Crypto Stocks Skyrocket Following Trump's Election Victory
Pro-crypto policies and Republican majority in Congress spark market optimism
United States crypto stocks surged to significant gains on Nov. 6 following Donald Trump’s victory in the presidential election, which also marked a new all-time high for Bitcoin. Coinbase Global Inc (COIN), a major contributor during the election cycle, led the rally, closing 31.11% higher at $254.3, marking a 62.1% increase for the year. Robinhood Markets Inc (HOOD) rose 19.6%, while Bitcoin miner MARA Holdings Inc (MARA), formerly Marathon Digital, gained over 13%. MicroStrategy Inc (MSTR), a significant BTC holder, also saw a 13% rise.
Other Bitcoin mining companies experienced double-digit growth. Riot Platforms Inc (RIOT) ended up 26%, CleanSpark Inc (CLSK) climbed 23%, and Hut 8 Corp (HUT) increased by 11%. The surge reflects investor confidence that a Republican-controlled Congress and White House could expedite the passing of pro-crypto legislation.
President-elect Trump’s pro-crypto platform included a pledge to establish a national Bitcoin reserve. His projected 312 electoral votes far surpassed the 270 needed to secure the presidency, according to Associated Press updates, with leads in swing states such as Nevada and Arizona.
The Republican majority in the Senate, to be seated in January, could pass the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (FIT21), which aims to shift more regulatory power over crypto to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. This bill passed the House in May but stalled in the Senate. Additionally, the GOP’s stablecoin regulatory framework could be revisited after passing the Financial Services Committee last July but facing further hurdles.
Bitcoin’s surge further fueled stock market momentum, breaking new records throughout the trading day and peaking at $76,509.56 on Coinbase just before the New York Stock Exchange closed.