On Tuesday, Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a notable decline of over 2%, mirroring the broader downtrend in the US stock market, which saw a significant loss of $1.05 trillion in market value. The overall cryptocurrency market recorded a 3.6% drop, reflecting widespread negative sentiment fueled by historically weak performance in September for Bitcoin.
The US stock market extended its recent losses, with the Magnificent 7 stocks—Apple, Nvidia, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, Alphabet, and Tesla—losing over $550 billion in market capitalization in just 24 hours, according to The Kobeissi Letters. This substantial decline in tech and market giants is paralleled by a similar trend in the crypto market, where Bitcoin and other top cryptocurrencies are also experiencing losses.
Bitcoin's decline underscores its increasing correlation with traditional financial markets. Unlike previous periods when Bitcoin served as a hedge or uncorrelated asset, the recent influx of traditional investors into the cryptocurrency space—particularly through Bitcoin ETFs—has shifted this dynamic. This integration has aligned Bitcoin more closely with stock market movements.
Bitcoin's recent decline is consistent with its historical performance in September, a month that has historically been one of the worst for the cryptocurrency. The average and median losses for Bitcoin in September are -4.5% and -4.35%, respectively, making it the weakest month of the year in terms of average return. Similarly, the S&P 500 has also shown September to be its worst month over the past 30 years, reinforcing the seasonal pattern of poor performance.
Despite the downturn, the stablecoin supply in the crypto market has increased, which is typically seen as a bullish indicator. However, CryptoQuant analysts note that much of the new capital in stablecoins has not yet translated into buying pressure on the order books. This "firepower" could potentially enter the market at any time, with institutional investors possibly using TWAP (Time-Weighted Average Price) orders or algorithms to mitigate short-term price impacts.
Bitcoin's recent underperformance has led to shifts in the investment landscape, with Meta stock and gold emerging as strong contenders for risk-adjusted returns. As Bitcoin struggles, these assets are gaining attention for their relative stability and performance.
September 2024, Cryptoniteuae