Bitcoin Settles Under $80K as Market Sentiment Turns Cautious
Bitcoin remained below $80,000 on Thursday, trading near $79,800 and still under its weekly open price of $82,500, as market sentiment turned cautious. The crypto market was muted, with altcoins posting steep losses. A 6% rise in the U.S. Producer Price Index, hitting its highest annual level since 2022, fueled inflation fears and pressured risk assets. The Altcoin Season indicator fell from 50 to 43 out of 100, reflecting a shift to risk-off sentiment.
Market data showed increased activity with 24-hour futures volume up 14%, but open interest fell 2% to $133 billion, indicating position unwinding. Total market liquidations surged 68% to around $400 million, predominantly from long positions. For Bitcoin specifically, $102 million of its $117 million in liquidations were longs, suggesting the market was overly positioned for a bullish breakout above the key $82,000 resistance (200-day moving average).
Global political tensions, specifically pointed remarks from China's leader regarding Taiwan during a meeting with former U.S. President Trump, further shook risk sentiment, contributing to declines in Asian stocks and crypto. Traders are now watching the $78,000 level as Bitcoin's next crucial support. Among major altcoins, Solana saw significant losses, while Dogecoin was a rare gainer. The report also noted massive outflows from U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs are shaking market momentum.
TheNewsCrypto05/14 12:32
