What is Bitcoin's Next Move?

Benjamin Cowen

Bitcoin Price Action

The current Bitcoin price action can be viewed in two ways:

  • A seasonal perspective, where the drop is a normal occurrence in January of post-halving years, with an expected 30% correction.
  • A macro yield perspective, where the sell-off is related to the long end of the yield curve, with the 10-year yield going up due to concerns about inflation and the Fed cutting rates too soon.

Key Factors

  • The 10-year yield is breaking out, which could be a headwind for risk assets like Bitcoin.
  • The S&P 500 and Russell 2000 have given back their post-election gains, and Bitcoin may follow suit.
  • The Bitcoin price has broken below the range low, but if it can stay above $90,000 for the next week or two, it may be more reminiscent of the 2024 price action.
  • The unemployment rate has dropped from 4.2 to 4.1%, and inflation is going up, which may lead to the 10-year yield topping out.

Possible Outcomes

  • If the 10-year yield tops out, Bitcoin may begin another breakout.
  • If the yield continues to go higher, Bitcoin may give back its gains and consolidate at a lower level.
  • The reaction of Bitcoin at the range lows will give insight into what's going to happen in Q1.

Market Focus

  • The market is focused on the reaction of Bitcoin at the range lows and whether it can stay above $90,000.
  • The 10-year yield and macro data are key factors to watch, as good news has been bad news due to concerns about inflation and the Fed's resolve.