Bitcoin (BTC) recently fell below the crucial USD 26,000 mark after struggling to break the significant USD 30,000 resistance level. Renowned analyst Michael Van De Poppe discussed this downturn in a recent YouTube video, attributing it to developments related to ETFs. This sudden correction has increased market volatility, leading traders and investors to speculate on the future trajectory of the crypto market.
Analyzing Bitcoin’s chart, Van De Poppe points out a notable obstacle with the 200-week Exponential Moving Average (EMA). Bitcoin’s price movement indicates a potential consolidation phase, which resembles patterns seen in previous periods before the bull market. The central question is the direction of Bitcoin’s price action, with a potential dip to $25,000 looming on the horizon.
The analyst also highlights the resilience of altcoins against Bitcoin, noting that they are showing signs of strength. He believes that altcoins can follow historical patterns and often gain momentum around September or October, potentially avoiding significant declines during these months.
Concerning concerns about a further 80 percent drop in altcoins, Van De Poppe dismisses this notion, claiming that the crypto market is in the final phase of its cycle. He acknowledges the possibility of a mild recession, but draws parallels to 2015 and 2016, when similar concerns arose but were ultimately averted. He reassures that even with a slight economic downturn, the overall outlook remains favourable.