Wes Streeting Set to Challenge Keir Starmer for Labour Leadership

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UK political stability (or lack thereof) is a proxy for broader macro‑risk appetite. In a fear‑dominated market (Fear & Greed = 26) any hint of internal turmoil can amplify risk aversion, while the reassurance that Starmer will stay in power tempers that effect. Crypto, especially Bitcoin, often mirrors these macro shifts as a hedge against fiat uncertainty.

Labour MPs say a leadership contest to replace Prime Minister Keir Starmer is unlikely despite his unpopularity.