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Bitcoin Drops, Is It A Pullback For A Sling To $45,000?

Analyzing Chart Patterns and Historical Trends

In the volatile world of cryptocurrency, the analysis of candlestick patterns on the 4-hour chart reveals that Bitcoin (BTC) is currently trading in a grossly oversold condition. Drawing parallels with past occurrences, a Chartered Market Analyst highlights that the last time BTC reached this “oversold” state on the 4-hour chart, the coin subsequently experienced a remarkable 63% surge.

With Bitcoin currently valued at around $27,800, this pattern suggests the potential for a surge to $45,000 if history repeats itself. Such an upward trajectory would surpass immediate resistance levels and usher in new highs for 2023. The present resistance lies at $31,800, last seen in late July of the same year.

Turning to the daily chart, a breakdown is evident as BTC breaches the base of the bull flag. This downward momentum signifies the dominance of bears in the market. Indicators suggest that selling pressure is intense, with bars hugging the lower Bollinger Bands, indicating heightened dumping activity and potential panic among holders.

Impact of Stablecoins and Future Catalysts

During extreme volatility, traders with weaker risk tolerance may offload their BTC holdings in favor of stablecoins. CoinMarketCap data highlights a 45% surge in USDT trading volumes over the past 24 hours, reaching $31.7 billion. While Tether’s decision to halt coin issuance on select blockchains, including Kusama and Bitcoin Cash, could influence this shift, it underscores USDT’s role as a haven during uncertain periods.

In the scenario of a bearish breakout, BTC’s value might slide to retest the immediate support levels marked by the Fibonacci retracement of the June to July 2023 range. If selling pressure persists, the coin could further dip to $26,300, representing the 78.6% Fibonacci retracement level of the recent swing high and low on the daily chart.

Although technical indicators suggest the possibility of a recovery from the current “oversold” conditions, BTC requires catalysts to drive bullish sentiment and overcome the persistent presence of sellers. Approving the first spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the United States could be a significant trigger, potentially changing the market sentiment and boosting demand.

Notable players in the financial arena, such as BlackRock and Fidelity, have submitted ETF applications. Investors are closely monitoring the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for any signs of approval, which could have far-reaching implications for the cryptocurrency market.

 

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