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Bitcoin (BTC) began 2025 on a high note, reaching an all-time peak in January. This surge was largely fueled by a combination of interest-rate cuts and a more favorable regulatory environment from the US government toward cryptocurrencies.
However, the enthusiasm has recently waned, with Bitcoin experiencing a significant downturn, losing nearly 30% of its value and plummeting to a low of $78,000 earlier this month. This shift has left many investors questioning whether now is the right moment to buy the dip.
Analyst Signals Potential Bear Market
Despite the bullish trajectory earlier in the year, Bitcoin and the broader crypto market have encountered substantial headwinds. Under President Donald Trump’s administration, several initiatives, including the establishment of a national Bitcoin reserve, initially bolstered investor confidence.
However, aggressive tariff policies and rising inflation fears have contributed to a market decline that has prompted investors to reevaluate their strategies.
Ryan Rasmussen, head of research at Bitwise, highlights the paradox of the current market conditions. While concerns around tariffs and potential recession loom, he suggests that such challenges could present opportunities for discerning investors.
“I think that’s created this opportunity for investors,” he stated, implying that downturns can sometimes serve as favorable entry points for those willing to take calculated risks.
As the market continues to fluctuate, crypto analyst Ali Martinez has observed multiple indicators suggesting that Bitcoin may be entering a new bear market. The Inter-Exchange Flow Pulse, which tracks movements in spot and derivative exchanges, indicates a corrective phase is underway.
Additionally, the MVRV Ratio, which measures the market value relative to the realized value, shows that Bitcoin’s momentum has shifted from positive to negative. The Market Cycle indicator also points to the early stages of a bear market.
Large investors appear to be adopting a cautious stance, actively selling into the market. Data from CryptoQuant reveals that Bitcoin miners recently realized over $27 million in profits, while Bitcoin whales took even larger profits, exceeding $260 million.
According to the analyst, this selling pressure, coupled with a sharp decline in capital inflows—from $135 billion in December to just $4 billion today—suggests a cautious sentiment among institutional players.
Key Bitcoin Support Levels To Watch
If Bitcoin is indeed undergoing a trend shift, the $66,000 to $69,000 range is emerging as significant, with various indicators pointing to this zone as a potential floor for prices.
Data from IntoTheBlock’s IOMAP shows that approximately 750,000 investors purchased 313,000 Bitcoin around the $69,000 mark. Similarly, Glassnode’s UTXO Realized Price Distribution emphasizes support near $69,354, while the Mayer Multiple identifies $66,000 as a crucial support level following Bitcoin’s drop below the 200-day Simple Moving Average (SMA).
Historically, whenever Bitcoin has dipped below the 50-week SMA, it has eventually reached the 200-week SMA, currently positioned at $46,000.
However, there is a glimmer of hope, as rising global liquidity has historically correlated with Bitcoin recoveries around mid-April. Notably, reclaiming the $93,700 level as support could pave the way for Bitcoin to approach $111,000.
James Butterfill, head of research at CoinShares, believes that Bitcoin’s recent dip may be short-lived, suggesting that stabilization is on the horizon. He notes that Bitcoin has shown resilience around the $80,000 mark, stating, “We’re getting close to that peak bearishness,” which could signal a potential rebound.
At the time of writing, BTC trades at $83,945.
Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
