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Bitcoin Bulls Eye $50,000: BTCUSD's recent surge inches closer to a major milestone

Written by Baxia Markets | Jan 9, 2024 8:00:00 AM

In the ever-volatile realm of cryptocurrency trading, BTCUSD is making waves with its recent bullish surge, tantalizingly close to breaching the high set in the last nine months at $48,221, with its sights firmly set on the psychologically significant level of $50,000.

 

The hourly timeframe reveals a compelling narrative as EMA 50 & EMA 200 continue to expand, underscoring the growing appetite for BTCUSD among traders. This expansion suggests a sustained bullish sentiment, reflecting the market's optimism.

 

Strategic eyes are fixed on key resistance levels, specifically at 161.8% and 200% of the Fibonacci extension calculated from the recent bullish correction, residing at $49,324 and $51,461, respectively. These levels act as pivotal points that could either propel BTCUSD to new heights or trigger a corrective pullback.

BTCUSD Price Action

A closer look at the volume profile, delineated by the pink horizontal lines, indicates that prices are currently hovering above the value area. This signals a prevailing bullish trend, affirming the market's inclination toward higher prices.

 

Following a robust 9% bullish swing on Monday, the Bollinger Bands are now contracting, suggesting a temporary pause or consolidation as the market takes a breath before potentially resuming its advance. This sentiment is echoed by the MACD histogram, currently positioned below the signal line. Traders are eagerly awaiting the potential crossover of the histogram above the signal line, indicating renewed strength in the bullish momentum.

 

Adding another layer to the analysis, the RSI has recently ventured into overbought territory. While this often signifies saturation among the bulls, the absence of major bearish candlestick signals at the peak of the bullish rally suggests a potentially shallow correction rather than an imminent reversal.

 

In summation, BTCUSD appears poised for further upward movement, with the $50,000 level looming large on the horizon. Traders are advised to keep a keen eye on key resistance levels, the evolving Bollinger Bands, and the MACD histogram for potential signals of market dynamics. While caution is warranted in the face of overbought conditions, signs of a shallow correction rather than a profound reversal indicate the prevailing strength in the BTCUSD market.

Key Economic Releases to Watch Today

CHF, Unemployment Rate s.a. (Dec)
Forecast 2.2% vs Previous 2.1%

 

EUR, German Industrial Production (MoM) (Nov)
Forecast 0.2% vs Previous -0.4%

 

USD, Trade Balance (Nov)
Forecast -65.00B vs Previous -64.3B

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