What makes crypto go up and down? | Fidelity Investments

[AUDIO LOGO] SPEAKER: Why is crypto so up and down. Cryptocurrencies can be like a theme park ride. There are highs and lows that can be somewhat unpredictable.But what causes that. Let's look at some volatility factors. We've always bartered and exchanged for goods and services-- everything from 2 sheep for a cow to $10 for a pizza.These transactions work because both the buyer and seller trust the value of what's being exchanged. But cryptocurrency is still new and some people are skeptical of its long-te ...