Bitcoin briefly surged above $82,000 on optimism around the proposed CLARITY Act but slipped back to around $81,000, trading near $80,572. The wider crypto market value rose 0.5% to about $2.67 trillion, with mixed moves across altcoins. Analysts cite regulatory clarity, strong US equity sentiment, and potential fresh institutional inflows as reasons Bitcoin could still test $85,000—despite recent volatility and notable Bitcoin ETF outflows.
Bitcoin briefly surged above $82,000 before slipping below $81,000 amid rising geopolitical tensions after President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s peace proposal. Even with the volatility, BTC reportedly held key support levels as institutional investors continued accumulating. ETF inflows and steady institutional demand pointed to underlying support, while altcoins saw mixed moves.
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Adani Power has surged nearly 50% in 2026 to become India’s most valuable listed power company, overtaking NTPC. Investors point to stronger earnings, rising electricity demand, high plant load factors, new tariff-backed power purchase agreements, and growing institutional ownership. The rally looks like a re-rating story, though valuation and downside risks still linger.
Shakti Pumps reported strong revenue growth, but costs climbed faster, dragging Q4 profit down 65% year on year. Earnings per share fell sharply, and the stock is also down over the past year. Even as the board proposed a dividend, institutional investors trimmed holdings, signaling lingering caution from the market.
Ethereum is gaining momentum after three consecutive days of ETF inflows that total nearly $260 million, signaling rising institutional interest. BlackRock and Fidelity are among the biggest buyers as ETH’s price trends upward. With technical indicators turning more bullish, traders are watching closely to see whether momentum can carry ETH/USD above the $2,400 level.
Bitcoin and Ethereum are holding close to recent highs even as Bitcoin dips about 3%. The broader crypto market cap slips modestly, but trading volumes are rising, signaling renewed demand. Analysts point to a risk-off environment where institutional buying is providing key support. Near-term direction will depend on Bitcoin’s support levels and incoming macro data.
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Bitcoin is hovering around $77,000 to $79,000 after briefly touching a record high near $79,000. The market is buoyed by nine consecutive days of inflows worth about $2.12 billion, signaling renewed institutional confidence. Analysts also cite improving geopolitical sentiment and argue this could be Bitcoin’s strongest April since 2020 if it clears $80,000.
Suzlon Energy shares rose about 4% for a second straight session, riding optimism around India’s growing electricity demand and the company’s position in wind power. Analysts point to expectations for a strong March quarter, improved financial performance, and rising institutional investor interest as key drivers. The stock’s momentum is sparking renewed questions on whether the renewable play has more upside.
Five years after stewardship codes became mandatory for mutual funds and AIFs, India has largely nailed the paperwork. But regulators and analysts are finding little proof that this procedural compliance is translating into stronger governance outcomes. The result: institutional investors increasingly act, yet companies see limited influence from those actions on decisions that matter.
Since October 2024, global crypto markets have shed a staggering $2 trillion, with Bitcoin and Ether both sliding sharply. Analysts point to institutional investors pulling out of crypto exchange-traded funds as a key catalyst, compounded by a broader weakness in tech stocks. The shakeout raises urgent questions on what investors should do next.
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