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In a recent analysis, Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX, has expressed an optimistic outlook for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. His insights center around the relationship between government liquidity strategies and asset prices, hinting at a potential bull market for crypto assets fueled by the US Treasury’s fiscal policies.

Hayes likens market liquidity to the quality of water used in brewing coffee, emphasizing that liquidity is foundational for healthy market dynamics. He believes that many investors fail to recognize the critical role liquidity plays and often concentrate on more apparent factors like technological progress or regulatory developments.

The concept of “fiscal dominance” is central to Hayes’ thesis, a condition where the government’s financing needs overshadow other economic concerns, notably inflation control. He has critiqued the current policies of the US Treasury, asserting that they prioritize nominal economic growth at the expense of managing inflation rates. This scenario creates a landscape where maintaining bank credit and nominal GDP growth becomes imperative, even if it leads to sustained inflation beyond targeted levels.

Hayes draws a clear connection between Treasury operations and crypto market behavior, noting that increases in Treasury bill (T-bill) issuance typically correlate with rising Bitcoin prices. As Treasury bills flood the market, they redirect liquidity that ultimately benefits assets like Bitcoin. He predicts that if this trend persists, Bitcoin could swiftly rebound and target a price of $100,000, contingent on current fiscal policies.

Regarding altcoins, Hayes anticipates a surge following the rally of Bitcoin and Ethereum. He notes that while Bitcoin and Ethereum have retreated since earlier peaks, they have not experienced the significant declines seen in many altcoin projects. The onset of an altcoin season is likely to occur once Bitcoin and Ethereum decisively surpass crucial levels, setting the stage for increased engagement in altcoins.

Looking ahead, Hayes is preparing for potential bullish movements around the US elections, with expectations that significant liquidity may emerge in October. Post-election, he foresees an influx of liquidity from the Treasury and possibly the Federal Reserve, which could energize the bull market for cryptocurrencies, with Bitcoin potentially reaching astonishing valuations in the future. At the time of analysis, Bitcoin was trading at approximately $61,263, representing a 2.86 percent increase over the past 24 hours, according to CoinMarketCap data.