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Bitcoin Bullish Momentum Fueled by Rate Cuts and Whale Activity

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Bitcoin Bullish Momentum Fueled by Rate Cuts and Whale Activity

Key Insights:

  • Bitcoin is seeing a bullish trend, driven by rate cuts and whale activity.
  • A weekly TD Sequential buy signal suggests a potential rise to $88,000.
  • Open interest and institutional interest show increasing market confidence.

Bitcoin price has been showing strong bullish momentum, driven by a combination of market factors including rate cuts and increasing whale activity. The asset has been displaying signs of potential price appreciation as it continues to gain interest from institutional investors.

Bullish Signs: TD Sequential Buy Signal and Whale Activity

A TD Sequential buy signal is a notable indicator of Bitcoin’s potential for upside movement. Market analyst Ali believes Bitcoin has printed a weekly TD Sequential buy signal and could rise to $88,000.

A buy signal typically marks a shift from bearish to bullish sentiment. If Bitcoin holds above $74,500 and breaks $82,000, it may confirm the start of another leg upward.

bitcoin
Source| X

Whale activity has been playing a significant role in Bitcoin’s surge. Over 1,700 whale transactions, each valued at over $1 million, have been recorded, indicating that large investors are positioning themselves for a potential rally. These large transactions are often seen as a sign of institutional confidence in the asset, as whales tend to make moves only when they are confident about the market direction.

Bitcoin’s rate cuts and institutional interest support it.

Rate cuts have also bolstered Bitcoin’s upside case. Analysts say looser monetary policy encourages liquidity, pushing investors toward high-risk assets like Bitcoin.

S&P500
Source| X

As yields from traditional assets fall, capital often rotates into speculative opportunities. This macro trend could continue supporting Bitcoin’s price gains.

Meanwhile, open interest (OI) in Bitcoin derivatives markets is rising. Perpetual contracts now account for $21 billion out of the $22.9 billion in total open interest. An increase of 1.38% in OI in the past 24 hours shows renewed trader activity. Open interest in perpetuals alone rose by 1.40%, indicating short-term market confidence.

Technical Analysis: Bitcoin’s Falling Wedge Pattern and Price Targets

Bitcoin’s recent price structure shows a falling wedge—a bullish pattern signaling possible reversal. The wedge is marked by lower highs and lower lows converging toward an apex, suggesting weakening bearish pressure.

The upper boundary of the wedge sits near $80,800. A breakout above this could trigger a push toward $90,000.

Bitcoin USD
1-day BTC Trading Chart. Source| TradingView

Currently, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) is at 40.28, indicating neutral momentum. If it moves above 50, the case for further gains strengthens.

The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) is still negative, but histogram bars are contracting. A bullish crossover of the MACD line above the signal line would confirm the reversal.

Cumulative Volume Delta (CVD) shows a net value of -128, meaning selling still slightly outweighs buying. A reversal in this metric could reinforce the bullish thesis.

Analyst Targets $300,000 as Bull Market Structure Holds

Market analyst GertvanLagen noted that Bitcoin recently bounced off the neckline of a four-year inverse Head & Shoulders pattern. The neckline, around $74,800, continues to act as key support.

bitcoin price
Source: X/GertvanLagen

If this bullish setup holds, Bitcoin could target $300,000 over the long term. However, short-term resistance at $88,000 and $90,000 must be cleared first. A weekly close below $74,800 would invalidate the pattern.

Disclaimer

This article is for informational purposes only and provides no financial, investment, or other advice. The author or any people mentioned in this article are not responsible for any financial loss that may occur from investing in or trading. Please do your research before making any financial decisions.

Ronny Mugendi
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Cryptocurrency Journalist

Ronny Mugendi is a cryptocurrency journalist contributing to The Market Periodical. A crypto journalist at CoinGape who has also written for Cryptopolitan, he covers crypto market trends, technical analysis and blockchain and DeFi developments. According to his CoinGape profile, he has four years of professional experience and more than 4,000 published articles, and writes in both English and Kiswahili.

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PublishedApril 9, 2025 2:26 pm
Last updatedApril 9, 2025 8:41 am
Written byRonny Mugendi, Cryptocurrency Journalist
ReviewedFact-checked by the TMP editorial desk

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Disclaimer. Informational only, not financial advice. Crypto, forex and stocks are volatile, high-risk assets — always do your own research and consult a qualified adviser.

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