Bear Signal Or Bear Trap? BTC Price Faces Selling Pressure

Bitcoin (BTC) bulls confront bearish momentum at trendline support as indicators signal a potential market recovery.
Bitcoin Price Eyes $120K But Only If It Clears This Level

In the previous 24 hours, bears strengthened their hold on BTC price, which fell from $29,320.13 to $28,933.74. At press time, BTC was trading at $29,107.02, down 0.59% from its recent high. The multi-contact point trendline, originating from the 2023 bottom, is now under serious scrutiny as bearish momentum threatens to break through.

However, there’s hope for Bitcoin enthusiasts. The $28,933.74 support level represents a crucial line of defense. If bears breach this level, the next support is around $28,800. Significantly, this level has historically acted as strong support and could attract buyers to prevent further decline.

Moreover, the market capitalization of Bitcoin has dipped by just 0.62% to $566,398,762,995 during this recession. In contrast, its 24-hour trading volume surged by 20.25% to $14,172,016,761. This indicates that there is still robust interest in BTC, even amid the bearish momentum.

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BTC/USD technical Indicators 

The stochastic RSI, with a reading of 19.40 and pointing downward, suggests that the bearish momentum is currently strong. Consequently, selling pressure may continue soon, pushing prices lower. However, a bullish reversal remains possible below the oversold threshold of 20.

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Meanwhile, the RSI, having shifted below its signal line with a reading of 42.93, indicates that the market sentiment leans towards bearishness. Hence, a further price decline may be anticipated as the RSI has not yet reached oversold levels.

Besides these, the Chaikin Money Flow (CMF), currently at a positive reading of 0.14, suggests that there is still some buying pressure in the market. This trend could drive a bullish reversal, as the buying pressure may increase prices.

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Bullish recovery or bearish breakdown?

As Bitcoin tests the waters at this critical support level, a recovery hinges on how the cryptocurrency responds. If BTC price bounces back above the $29,200 resistance level, it may signal a shift in sentiment, attracting more buyers and leading to a bullish recovery. However, we may witness further price declines if the bears breach the $28,933.74 support level.

In conclusion, while the bearish momentum poses a challenge, the potential for a bullish rebound remains. By monitoring Bitcoin’s response to the current support levels, investors can better understand the cryptocurrency’s future trajectory.

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Kelvin Munene Murithi
Kelvin Munene is a crypto and finance journalist with over 5 years of experience, offering in-depth market analysis and expert commentary . With a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Actuarial Science from Mount Kenya University, Kelvin is known for his meticulous research and strong writing skills, particularly in cryptocurrency, blockchain, and financial markets. His work has been featured across top industry publications such as Coingape, Cryptobasic, MetaNews, Cryptotimes, Coinedition, TheCoinrepublic, Cryptotale, and Analytics Insight among others, where he consistently provides timely updates and insightful content. Kelvin’s focus lies in uncovering emerging trends in the crypto space, delivering factual and data-driven analyses that help readers make informed decisions. His expertise extends across market cycles, technological innovations, and regulatory shifts that shape the crypto landscape. Beyond his professional achievements, Kelvin has a passion for chess, traveling, and exploring new adventures.
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