According to @52kskew, USD strength and Treasuries remain the primary overhang on risk assets despite today’s positive headlines, indicating subdued risk appetite into the close; source: @52kskew on X, Oct 17, 2025. He adds that the end-of-day gold close is an important signal to watch for near-term market direction, a cue crypto traders can monitor for risk tone today; source: @52kskew on X, Oct 17, 2025.