Bitcoin Miner Bitdeer Aims to Expand US Rig Manufacturing Amid Trump Tariff Headwinds
Nasdaq-listed Bitdeer is focusing on expansion efforts amid prevailing challenges in the cryptocurrency mining industry. Despite facing shrinking profits, the company reported an increase in revenue to $155.6 million, significantly higher than analysts' estimates. Bitdeer has plans to manufacture rigs and invest in U.S. resources, as expressed by CFO Jeff LaBerge, who mentioned that favorable cryptocurrency policies from President Trump may aid their growth despite the impact of tariffs on equipment acquisition. The firm's second quarter earnings reflected both challenges and strategic shifts as network difficulty reached an all-time high and transaction fees dropped. LaBerge stated that while profits have dipped, they expect sequential improvements in their financial performance, bolstered by their upcoming U.S. manufacturing. Bitdeer's stock has fallen over 43% year-to-date, as competitors also pivot towards manufacturing within the United States to adapt to changing market conditions and regulatory landscapes, aiming to strengthen their positions in a challenging environment marked by fluctuating Bitcoin prices and rising operational costs.
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