CRYPTO MARKET UPDATE

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The analysis commences with a recap of the recent FOMC meeting, noting an anticipated 25 basis point interest rate cut and projected quantitative easing, alongside an economic outlook indicating increased growth, reduced unemployment, and lower inflation for the United States. This fundamental backdrop is assessed as not particularly bearish for the broader financial markets, as reflected by stable equities and a declining Volatility Index. Gold shows signs of a potential breakout, correlated with a weakening dollar strength index. However, the cryptocurrency market presents a nuanced outlook. Bitcoin's Coinbase Premium Index has shifted into a discount, signaling a less bullish sentiment. Funding rates remain elevated, and selling pressure is observed on major exchanges. Short-term, Bitcoin's price action is characterized by choppiness, with the 50-day Exponential Moving Average and various Rolling Volume Weighted Average Prices showing little clear directional commitment. Immediate price movements are anticipated to involve downward spikes toward liquidity zones, specifically around 88,700 (Value Area Low) and 87,000 (Naked Point of Control), before potentially rebounding within a consolidation range between approximately 86,000 and 92,000. A breach below 86,000 would invalidate this short-term thesis. A longer-term rally into the high 90,000s is projected for December or January. Ethereum is exhibiting greater resilience, with significant buying activity from digital asset treasuries. It is critical for Ethereum to maintain the 3120 level to sustain its potential rally towards 3500. Zcash, despite recent bearish pressure, is identified as an altcoin with considerable underlying strength and uncorrelated volume, indicating potential for a rally into the $500 range within the current month, although immediate entry is not advised due to potential short-term downward correction.

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   11 Dec 2025, 20:10 UTC

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   18 May 2026, 20:23 UTC

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   18 May 2026, 20:48 UTC

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