Cryptocurrency markets often experience a dip in trading activity over the weekends, leading to heightened volatility. Observers are considering whether the recent upward trend in Bitcoin‘s value will persist. As experts weigh in on market predictions, the question remains whether Bitcoin will continue its bullish climb.
Market Analysts Weigh In
Bitcoin’s price has soared to levels not seen since January. The recent weekly growth rate has sparked comparisons to the notable surge in October. Cryptocurrency analyst Jelle posited on social media that Bitcoin has broken a significant barrier, suggesting that reaching record highs is within reach with few obstacles ahead. However, another analyst, Skew, cautions that substantial volatility is still expected in the market.
While Bitcoin has breached the $48,000 mark, it has not yet established a stable position above this threshold, which might imply a false breakout. Material Indicators CEO Keith Alan cautions investors about the potential resistance faced between the current price and the $50,000 mark, highlighting the disparity between resistance and bid support.
An ETF Perspective
Alan sets a target of $55,000 for Bitcoin, drawing attention to the positive trends observed with spot Bitcoin ETFs. Initial responses to these ETFs were mixed, with an initial sell-off followed by a downturn amidst GBTC sales. Presently, with GBTC sales diminishing and inflows to BlackRock and Fidelity ETFs increasing, the signs are aligning in favor of the bulls. This could potentially herald a stable and continuous upward trend for Bitcoin’s value.
Bloomberg Intelligence ETF analyst James Seyffart shares data indicating that while Grayscale Bitcoin Trust experiences outflows, the net flows of other ETFs have seen their third-largest increase since their inception in January, further supporting a bullish outlook for Bitcoin’s future.