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The US Government Shutdown

2025-10-01 Entertainment
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Benjamin Cowen
Benjamin Cowen
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Analyzing Historical Market Performance During US Government Shutdowns

Understand what assets like Bitcoin, Gold, and the S&P 500 historically did when the US government shut down, helping you navigate future political uncertainty through objective data review.

Short Summary

  • Shutdown timing relative to market momentum (upward vs. downward trend) appears more significant than the shutdown itself.
  • The S&P 500’s behavior shows downturns entering a shutdown often mark local lows, while pre-existing uptrends can stall or lead to minor, short-term corrections.
  • Bitcoin displayed volatility during its few historical shutdowns, but generally maintained its overall trend trajectory.

This analysis objectively reviews the market data for Bitcoin, the S&P 500, and Gold across previous US government shutdowns since 1977. The goal is to assess if these political closures create predictable asset price movements, moving beyond speculation to historical data points.

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In this video, we dive into the history of US government shutdowns and explore how markets have reacted in the past. From Bitcoin to Gold to the S&P 500, we’ll look at the data and trends to understand what might happen if another shutdown occurs. Topics Covered: -What happens during a government shutdown -Historical performance of markets during past shutdowns -How investors turn to safe havens like gold and Bitcoin -The potential impact on stocks and the broader economy Whether you’re an investor, trader, or just curious about how politics and markets collide, this video will give you valuable insights into navigating uncertainty. Into The Cryptoverse Premium SALE: https://intothecryptoverse.com Into The Cryptoverse Newsletter: https://newsletter.intothecryptoverse.com/ LIFETIME OPTION: https://intothecryptoverse.com/product/subscription-to-the-premium-list-lifetime/ Alternative Option: https://www.patreon.com/intothecryptoverse Merch: https://store.intothecryptoverse.com/ Disclaimer: The information presented within this video is NOT financial advice. Telegram: https://t.me/intocryptoverse Twitter: https://twitter.com/intocryptoverse TikTok: tiktok.com/@benjamincowencrypto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bjcowen/ Discord: https://discord.gg/UGwc6eR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/intothecryptoverse Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/intothecryptoverse/ Website: https://intothecryptoverse.com/

Top Comments (10)

@A.Zaheri 2025-10-01

Shutdown verse was a good one😂

384 9 replies
@PowerTripp 2025-10-01

Don’t worry, he’s not talking about your government shutdown..

151 6 replies
@rkalla 2025-10-01

Ben is the only place I go when I need the latest on the ShutdownVerse. 🙏

104 1 replies
@yasenstoev5840 2025-10-01

Shutdownverse damn

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@TheDigitalMinimalist425 2025-10-01

Uptober starting with a bang 😤

42 1 replies
@darkflow7773 2025-10-01

Ben, you are by far one of the only voices in this space worth listening to, thank you for your insights 🤝

38 1 replies
@jsr3234 2025-10-01

I have been furloughed. Lets hope my alts pump so I don’t have to go back

27 1 replies
@intothecryptoverse 2025-10-01

Into The Cryptoverse Premium SALE: https://intothecryptoverse.com

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@VladUngureanuYT 2025-10-01

I stopped my wedding to watch this shutdown-verse from Ben.

8 1 replies
@cjcwalker1 2025-10-01

What’s a few government shutdowns among friends?

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