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Here's how much Bitcoin is up since Jim Cramer said he'd 'sell'

Bitcoin rose about $2,500 to $64,757 by Thursday after Jim Cramer announced on August 2 that he would sell his BTC position, reversing the dip to around $62,250 earlier that day.

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What happened

Bitcoin rose about $2,500 to $64,757 by Thursday after Jim Cramer announced on August 2 that he would sell his BTC position, reversing the dip to around $62,250 earlier that day.

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Global impact / market context

The move shows how a high‑profile commentator’s statements can quickly influence crypto prices, creating short‑term volatility that traders can exploit for profit or loss.

Analyst inference

Crypto markets often react sharply to media coverage; Cramer’s comment caused a dip, then a rebound, highlighting the sector’s sensitivity to mainstream financial personalities.

Analyst inference

What to watch

  1. Future comments from Jim Cramer or similar media figures, as they may trigger immediate price swings in Bitcoin. Proposed
  2. Volume and price trends after the rebound, indicating whether the rise is a short‑term bounce or the start of a longer rally. Proposed
  3. Regulatory news or institutional adoption announcements that could amplify or dampen media‑driven moves in crypto assets. Proposed

Affected assets

  • BTC — Bitcoin

Evidence