USD Strength Pressures Crypto: Delta-Neutral Strategy Focus

The USD is showing considerable strength. With EUR/USD at 1.1968, well above the 1.08 threshold, but also showing slight USD weakness based on a move above 1.10, and USD/JPY at 153.31 exceeding the 150 mark, expect downward pressure on crypto prices. Traders employing delta-neutral strategies should consider adjusting their positions to account for potential [funding rate](/glossary#funding-rate) changes due to increased shorting pressure on [Bitcoin](/pairs/btc-perp) and other cryptos.