Bitcoin Faces Volatility Ahead of Halving: Bear Market Fears Amid Investor Caution
April 18, 2024The Bitcoin market faces potential bearish trends as the halving event approaches on April 20, with warnings of a possible drop to $52,000.
Despite a recent surge to over $62,000, Goldman Sachs advises caution in using past halving cycles to predict future Bitcoin performance due to a changed macroeconomic landscape.
Analysts warn of increased market volatility and a potential liquidation event, with over $15 billion at risk on Binance if Bitcoin falls to $50,500.
Market sentiment indicators like on-chain metrics, social sentiment, and traditional support levels show mixed signals, with some suggesting bullish trends.
Large Bitcoin holders are buying the dip, with a collective accumulation of 16.3k Bitcoin in the past week, while some wallets have deposited 900 BTC to Binance.
Contrasting with these optimistic actions, Bitcoin ETF net inflows were negative on April 17, indicating strong selling pressure.
Derivatives market data reveals unprecedented trader caution, marked by declining open interest and funding rates for Bitcoin.
Despite current volatility and mixed indicators, some analysts maintain a long-term positive outlook for Bitcoin, with price predictions reaching up to $300,000 by 2025.
Summary based on 128 sources
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Forbes • Apr 18, 2024
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JPMorgan Joins Goldman Sachs In Serious Bitcoin Halving Price WarningStatista • Apr 17, 2024
Bitcoin ETF flow graphic 2024 | Statista