The market dance between the rhythm of bitcoin prices and the S&P 500 Index

Abstract

The financial markets experienced a thrilling saga between 2020 and 2023, characterised by a series of unprecedented events and captivating dynamics that set the stage for a compelling exploration of the interaction between bitcoin prices and the S&P 500 Index. This study systematically examines the correlation between bitcoin prices and the S&P 500 Index using the Yahoo Finance dataset over a 48-month period. Using the extensive Yahoo Finance dataset and the analytical capabilities of R Statistics & R Studio, the present research covers a comprehensive period of 48 months (2020-2023). The study identifies a robust positive correlation, quantified by a correlation coefficient of 0.7726, indicating a significant alignment between bitcoin price movements and the S&P 500 index. Monthly price variables obtained from an open-source repository provide a comprehensive overview of the relative dynamics of these financial assets. This analysis provides valuable insights into the current behaviour of bitcoin and the S&P 500 index, as well as concise observations on the dynamics of their correlation.