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Bitcoin Sets New Records as It Enters Second Quarter of 2024

Matoy by Matoy
May 1, 2024
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  • Bitcoin achieves historic weekly, monthly, and quarterly close at just under $70,300 at the end of Q1 2024.
  • Market observers note the need for Bitcoin to surpass $74,000 to clear sell-side pressure and continue price discovery.
  • Upcoming macroeconomic updates and Federal Reserve commentary could influence Bitcoin’s price direction in the near term.

As Bitcoin embarked on the second quarter of 2024, it not only welcomed a new week and month but also celebrated achieving several new records in its price history. The close of the first quarter marked a significant milestone with Bitcoin posting its highest close ever. This momentous occasion has sparked discussions among enthusiasts and investors about the sustainability of the current bull market.

The journey to this record-setting close wasn’t without its challenges. The familiar resistance levels from 2021 persist, hinting at an ongoing tussle between the bulls and bears in the market. For Bitcoin to venture into uncharted territory and kickstart a new phase of price discovery, it would need to overcome a critical threshold at $74,000, clearing the path by absorbing the existing sell-side pressure.

#Bitcoin Q1 all-time low: $38,600

Bitcoin Q1 all-time high: $74,000

Bitcoin now: $57,000

Do we pump or dump from here? pic.twitter.com/EV1YjEkaRR

— BlockNews.com (@blocknewsdotcom) May 1, 2024

A Quarter Filled with Anticipation

The Bitcoin market braces itself for potential volatility, with several macroeconomic indicators on the horizon. Notably, the upcoming nonfarm payrolls data from the United States and remarks from Jerome Powell, the Federal Reserve Chair, are expected to influence market sentiments. Previous comments from Powell hinted at the possibility of interest rate adjustments in 2024, which seemed to have resonated positively with Bitcoin’s valuation.

Amidst these optimistic developments, some long-term Bitcoin holders are beginning to realize profits, an action that contrasts with the fresh influx of institutional funds, particularly from the newly approved spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This dynamic interplay between different market participants adds an interesting layer to the evolving narrative of Bitcoin’s journey through 2024.

Navigating the Market Landscape

As market participants analyze these recent developments, caution remains a prevailing sentiment until clearer signals emerge. The anticipation surrounding the first trading sessions on Wall Street, coupled with the return of ETF flows, adds to the speculative fervor about Bitcoin’s next moves.

Analysts and traders are closely monitoring key levels, especially the $69,000 mark, which holds historical significance as a previous all-time high. The successful retest of this level as a new support could pave the way for Bitcoin to explore higher grounds.

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