Are there any correlations between the price of Bitcoin and the price of scrap metals?

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• Shashank DhauniDec 19, 2020 · 5 years ago
  At BYDFi, we believe that there can be correlations between the price of Bitcoin and the price of scrap metals. Both markets are influenced by supply and demand dynamics, and changes in one market can potentially have an impact on the other. For example, if there is a surge in demand for scrap metals due to increased infrastructure projects, it could lead to higher prices for scrap metals, which may also attract investors to Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation. Similarly, if there is a decline in industrial activity and demand for scrap metals, it could result in lower prices for both scrap metals and Bitcoin. However, it's important to note that correlation does not imply causation, and other factors such as market sentiment and regulatory developments also play a significant role in determining the prices of Bitcoin and scrap metals.
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