Bitcoin Struggles Below $95k as Trump Inauguration Looms

Bitcoin (BTC) has continued its downward trend, falling below $95kon Wednesday. This bearish sentiment follows a decline in bullish momentum since mid-November.

The upcoming inauguration of the pro-crypto President-elect is expected to trigger a "sell-the-news" event, as the initial excitement surrounding his policies may quickly subside. Additionally, Bitcoin's Futures Open Interest has remained stagnant for the past two months, suggesting muted investor expectations.

MVRV Indicator Hints at Potential Rebound

Despite the current bearish trend, the Market Value to Realized Value (MVRV) indicator suggests a potential rebound ahead. Bitcoin's MVRV ratio is currently above its 1-year Moving Average (MA) of 2.18.

Historically, Bitcoin price has spent only a small percentage of its trading days above the 3.2 MVRV ratio, which is considered a threshold of "extreme euphoria." Reaching this level would translate to a Bitcoin price of around $132k.

Long-Term Outlook Remains Positive

While Bitcoin's price may face near-term challenges, the long-term outlook remains positive.

• Mainstream Adoption: Continued institutional investment is driving mainstream adoption.
• Shift from Gold: Bitcoin is increasingly seen as a viable alternative to gold, attracting inflows from traditional finance.
• Nation-State Adoption: Following El Salvador's lead, other countries are expected to adopt Bitcoin, particularly after the U.S. implements a strategic Bitcoin reserve under the new administration.

These factors are expected to increase demand for Bitcoin, further driving its price appreciation.

January 2025, Cryptoniteuae