The recent market fluctuations from October 10-11 have brought an unexpected chill to the once hopeful atmosphere of the cryptocurrency sector. Geoffrey Kendrick, who leads digital asset research at Standard Chartered, mentioned that Bitcoin’s dip below the $100,000 mark was an expected short-term event. This came just weeks after the bank predicted a possible rise to $135,000. However, escalating trade tensions between the United States and China provoked a widespread sell-off, plummeting prices from an October peak of $126,000. “The market slump on October 10 was a setback to the imminent uptrend. The real question is where Bitcoin will hit its lowest,” Kendrick commented.
What Signals Indicate a Market Bottom?
Kendrick suggests that the current downturn may be ephemeral and could offer a last advantage for long-term investors before the onset of a bullish cycle. He outlines three critical factors that may stabilize the crypto markets again.
The initial factor involves the capital flow between gold and Bitcoin. Kendrick noted simultaneous gold sales and Bitcoin’s brief recovery, indicating that a substantial shift from gold could mark Bitcoin’s bottoming out.
The second area of focus is the changing liquidity policies of the US Federal Reserve. Kendrick pointed to signs that the Fed may cease its monetary tightening, and he believes enhanced liquidity conditions would allow Bitcoin to regain its ground.
Finally, he highlighted the significance of technical indicators. Bitcoin sustaining above its 50-week moving average throughout 2023 is a strong technical marker supporting a long-standing upward trend.
- •Transition of capital between gold and cryptocurrency is pivotal.
- •The US Fed’s liquidity policy changes could foster a positive market shift.
- •Technical indicators maintain long-term bullish prospects despite short-term volatility.
Is a Long-term Upswing on the Horizon for Bitcoin?
Kendrick’s earlier prediction earlier this month identified a year-end Bitcoin target of $200,000. In that communication, he cited the prospects of a US government shutdown, increasing bond yields, and strong inflows into spot ETFs as potential risks. While the short-term scenario remains poised for potential corrections, Kendrick still sees the long-term upward trajectory of Bitcoin as intact.
The October 10 sell-off completely halted the upward momentum. The real question now is where Bitcoin will bottom out.