Bitcoin Price Retreats After Post-Trump Rally, Analysts Foresee Potential for $100,000
Profit-Taking Causes Bitcoin Price Decline
Bitcoin’s price has seen a significant drop in the past 24 hours, sliding 3.6% to slightly above $94,000 at 5:30 am CET. Analysts attribute this retreat to profit-taking as the momentum from the post-Trump rally waned, hindering the cryptocurrency from surpassing the crucial psychological barrier of $100,000.
Trump’s Influence on Bitcoin Prices
Last Friday, Bitcoin reached a new high of over $99,000, marking a 46% increase since November 5 during the peak of the post-US election surge. The rally was largely fueled by market expectations surrounding Trump’s victory, with his promises of making America a “crypto capital” resonating within the cryptocurrency community.
Analysts Maintain Bullish Outlook
Despite the recent pullback, analysts remain optimistic about Bitcoin’s upward trajectory. According to Josh Gilbert from eToro Australia, reaching the $100,000 milestone will be a significant psychological benchmark for many, potentially prompting profit-taking along the way.
Market Volatility and Institutional Adoption
Cryptocurrency markets are notoriously volatile due to the absence of traditional valuation methods, leading to speculative trading based on technical analysis. Increasing institutional adoption of Bitcoin assets has become a key driver of market volatility, with large trades by major holders significantly impacting prices.
Future Price Predictions
Technical analysis suggests that Bitcoin’s charts are currently showing overbought signals, indicating a potential correction. Some analysts anticipate a pullback to $80,000 before a consolidation phase for another bullish trend. Fresh catalysts will be needed to propel Bitcoin beyond the $100,000 mark.
Historical Trends and Future Growth
Bitcoin has historically experienced surges every four years, with each bullish cycle witnessing exponential growth followed by a substantial correction. With Bitcoin surging approximately 560% since its low two years ago, there is room for further growth if historical patterns repeat themselves.