Bitcoin’s been in a rut lately and traders are growing restless as the market consolidates. However, renowned analyst Michael van de Poppe sees Bitcoin’s lackluster price action in a positive light. He thinks BTC’s ‘boring state’ could benefit altcoins, with Ethereum as a key contender.
It’s the boring state for #Bitcoin.
The good part is: Bitcoin goes up slightly, #Altcoins go up significantly more.
I think that we’ll continue to see that. #Bitcoin above $100K#Ethereum above $3K pic.twitter.com/a8Rwfi9xYb
— Michaël van de Poppe (@CryptoMichNL) February 21, 2025
The expert predicts that Bitcoin could break $100K, while Ethereum might surpass $3K. Historically, such a sideways price trend in Bitcoin has led to significant altcoin rallies.
Analyst Warns Against Shorting Low Volatility Market
At the same time, another analyst has cautioned against shorting in a low-volatility environment, citing Bollinger Band width extremes. Technical analysis shows that markets with extreme lows in volatility have rarely rewarded short sellers before. This supports patient investors waiting for a breakout.
Source: Crypto_y_tho .2.0.
Ethereum Flashes Buy Signal
In contrast, Ethereum has flashed a buy signal on the TD Sequential indicator, often marking a trend reversal. This technical indicator, widely used among traders, suggests Ethereum is ready for upward momentum in the coming sessions.
Currently, the token is near key support levels, making it a good entry point for traders expecting an altcoin rally.
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Economic Factors Behind Bitcoin’s Downturn
Looking at the bigger picture, market observers attribute the drawdown to economic factors like central banks possibly restarting quantitative easing, which could cause this decline.
Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes previously suggested the liquidity issues faced by the U.S. Treasury’s general account as a major factor in a potential market downturn. This is especially true in the first quarter and could hurt investor sentiment.
Besides that, there is unrest on the lack of progress with the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve initiative under the new Trump administration, which has also dampened investor mood.
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For now, Bitcoin remains in a ‘boring’ state, but analysts emphasize that such phases have historically preceded explosive moves. With altcoins bracing for potential upside, all eyes are on BTC’s next move and whether it can lead the market into a new bullish cycle.
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