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Bitcoin At $250,000 In 2025: Bull-Market Entry (Buy) Zone ActiveBitcoin's 2025 bull-market buy-zone is still active. Actually, Bitcoin is at a great price right now. We are aiming for a target of $250,000 for this cycle. We are looking at the bottom right now, literally. Any buy below $90,000 is extremely good and below $80,000 a dream come-true. This will be obvious in just a matter of weeks. How are you feeling today? I hope the start of the weekend is treating you good. This is a friendly reminder, Bitcoin has been sideways for months. When Bitcoin drops, it drops but, currently, there are no new lows. Bitcoin peaked in December 2024 and produced a double-top in January 2025. A small retrace and that's it; the accumulation phase is ongoing and the buy-zone active. There are many signals that support a correction bottom being in. We looked at these already so you will have to trust me. Leverage is possible on this setup. Leverage for a long-term trade. This is the best possible scenario and the best type of trade. No complexities. No calculators. No fees. No interest, just buy and hold. Wait patiently... It will be a very strong rise and the Altcoins will grow even more than Bitcoin. The entire Cryptocurrency market will produce maximum growth. This post is intended to alert of you a great entry-timing. Great prices as well but timing right now is great. We might have to wait a bit longer, it won't move right away, but with this price you can't go wrong. I am wishing you tons of profits in 2025 and financial success. Thank you for reading. If you are new, feel free to follow. Master Ananda for you (formerly Alan Santana). Namaste.
CME:BTC1!Long
by MasterAnanda
12
Bitcoin CME Short AnalysisChart Description The chart shows a recent strong move up in BTC CME Futures, highlighted by the green Fibonacci retracement levels measuring the prior swing low to swing high. Two red boxes are drawn near the top, marking a potential resistance/supply zone where price previously stalled. A white downward arrow indicates your expectation of a pullback from this resistance area. At the bottom, an oscillator (in yellow) appears to form lower highs (a potential divergence), suggesting fading momentum as price tested the red boxes. What I Think Is Next Given the resistance in the red box area and the potential momentum divergence, you anticipate a short-term correction or pullback. Possible downside targets could include the nearby Fibonacci retracement levels (e.g., 0.382 or 0.5), where BTC CME might find support and consolidate before the next move. If price can’t hold those fib levels, a deeper correction toward lower support zones is possible. Conversely, a strong breakout above the red boxes and any key fib extensions could signal further upside continuation.
CME:BTC1!Short
by pxbtc
2
A lot of good reversals and lots of volatility which is good for April 10th we will be going into the 10th in about 15 minutes so we're looking at the market before the clock tells us that it's Thursday. there was tremendous volatility and great opportunities for trading as a buyer and a seller.... either one because high probability markets favor buyers as well as sellers. and since it's late at night you can take a look at some of these markets to see what you think there are at least 3 or 4 markets that are going to go higher in my opinion. some of them will make great range markets and if you have a good distance between where the buyers and sellers are and it's a range Market that too is a good opportunity for buyers and sellers,
CME:BTC1!
by ScottBogatin
Is Bitcoin holding up or sell-off coming soon?CME:BTC1! Surprisingly, the price of bitcoin and bitcoin futures have held up well compared to stocks given that Bitcoin is a high risk, highly volatile crypto currency. It is almost as if hedge funds, and other investors have not had to liquidate their BTC exposure due to margin calls. Open Interest has been stable and average daily volume is holding up. This can be viewed by accessing the CME Bitcoin Open Interest and Volume . What is next for Bitcoin futures? As noted in our analysis, CME bitcoin futures are currently trading below the key level 2024 mid-range. Key Levels: 2024 Mid-Range, Key LIS: 79655 2024 till YTD CVPOC: 71705 Support Zone: 63140 - 57275 2024 till YT CVAL: 57275 Scenario 1: Further Downside - technical breakdown We expect further downside and move towards our support zone marked on the chart. Enter short on a pull back towards mid-range with stops above high of Apr 3rd, 2025. Example Trade 1: • Short Entry: 79000 • Stop: 85240 • Target: 60000 • Risk: 6240 • Reward: 22000 • Risk/Reward Ratio: ~ 3R Scenario 2: Reclaim mid-range and consolidate In this scenario, if the price gets back above 2024 mid-range and stays above, we expect the price to range between 90K to 80K. Example Trade 2: • Long Entry: 80000 • Stop: 74630 • Target: 89000 • Risk: 5370 • Reward: 9000 • Risk/Reward Ratio: ~ 1.68 R Important Notes: • These are example trade ideas not intended to be a recommendation to trade, and traders are encouraged to do their own analysis and preparation before entering any positions. • Stop losses are not guaranteed to trigger at specified levels, and actual losses may exceed predetermined stop levels. • NFA does not have regulatory oversight over spot cryptocurrencies or virtual currencies derivatives traded on unregulated/decentralized exchanges. Glossary Index for all technical terms used: YTD: Year to Date LIS: Line in Sand CVPOC: Composite Volume Point of Control CVAL: Composite Value Area Low Green Zones: Bull/ Buyers support zones
CME:BTC1!
by EdgeClear
Bitcoin Futures Gap in Focus: $79,610 – $83,925Hello traders, In today’s analysis we’re focusing on the open CME futures gap left behind by Bitcoin between $79,610 and $83,925. Historically, these gaps have a strong tendency to be filled — not always immediately, but eventually. This gap now acts as a magnet for price and should be considered in any short- to mid-term trading strategy. Key Points: • The gap fill zone is between $79.6K and $83.9K, and a move into this range could prompt a market-wide bounce. • Despite the setup, confirmation is critical before entering — price may dip further before reclaiming the gap. • Short-term trade opportunities may arise on correlated assets while BTC works to fill the gap. It’s essential to factor in broader market volatility when planning trades. Bitcoin may move aggressively within this zone, and without confirmation, entries can be risky. High volatility often leads to fakeouts, so patience and discipline are key. While the futures gap provides a technical target, it’s not a standalone reason to enter a trade. Use your trading system for entry signals, and don’t ignore macro conditions or sentiment. This gap is a useful reference point, not a trigger on its own.
CME:BTC1!
by AzizKhanZamani
Theme: Distribution Phase with Sentiment OverhangSetup Overview Bitcoin is exhibiting classical post-euphoria distribution behavior. Following the ETF-driven rally, price has failed to follow through. Structure is weakening under persistent denial from retail participants. Crowd remains heavily long and emotionally invested in the prior bullish narrative, while the market structure continues to deteriorate. COT & Sentiment Snapshot Leveraged long interest remains high Crowd anchored to ETF news cycle Positioning shows no substantial unwind yet Structural failure evident with compression under resistance Market Structure & Technical Breakdown Post-rally failure to continue trend Distribution pattern forming with lower highs Compression and weakening momentum under key supply Lack of bullish response to positive news suggests exhaustion Behavioral Finance Layer (Watts + Livermore) “The crowd believes what it wants to believe, even when the structure says otherwise.” Anchoring bias to bullish ETF narrative Denial and overconfidence prevalent in sentiment Herd behavior preventing repositioning Emotional fragility building toward reflexive flush Reflexivity Risk Model Phase 1: Failed follow-through post-ETF optimism Phase 2: Breakdown below structural demand Phase 3: Crowding into late long entries Phase 4: Emotional flush and positioning reset expected Strategic Bias: Bearish (Short Bias) The setup favors downside continuation until behavioral and structural washout occurs. Patience is key — the true opportunity lies in timing the emotional capitulation and reassessing risk post-reset.
CME:BTC1!Short
by pharyeh
1
BTC Futures : My first attempt with a target price of 0Hello friends; I think not believing in Bitcoin is as natural as believing in Bitcoin. I can't express my opinion here with moving averages and/or RSI levels. The Beyond Technical Analysis might make sense for this trade. If we are wrong, what is important here is our position and risk management. We do not open a transaction to say "I told you so". I cannot explain this with any technical analysis method, blockchain data, etc. Technically; everything that will be built based on this is the same as building a sand castle. I don't think Bitcoin has an equivalent. If we consider serious inflation rates, it is obvious that people will have much bigger and more vital priorities than buying Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies. I am not even talking about electricity costs. I definitely don't think it can be in the same class as Gold. This trade alone offers us a very good risk/reward ratio. I chose the contract covering the next period ending on May 30th, not the continuous CME contract, in order to save time. A good place for a first try. I will definitely try something similar. I don't think I will have any views other than the short side in the future. For years I have been asked, "If you don't believe us, why don't you open a short position?" I will try to achieve this. So there's also an experimental side to this. HIGHLIGHTS We are closing our position before the contract switch date of May 30, 2025, without looking at the price. If necessary, we will try again in the next contract. The value of 113690 is our stop value. We end our trade at this value. We choose the smallest value as the position size. If you expect something to be 0, you should choose trading instruments that evaluate your position in currencies rather than in BTC value. I chose CME because it is suitable for this. Contracts that are further away are definitely not liquid. It may be difficult to find buyers even at high values. Target : 0 Absolutely no margin addition. Best regards.
CME:BTCK2025Short
by Noldo
Bitcoin CME Futures Update: Gap Filled, But Weakness PersistsHello traders, Today’s analysis focuses on the CME futures chart, providing an update on the latest price action. Since our last update, the gap has been filled, but notably, Bitcoin has failed to show any significant bounce that would indicate buyer strength. Instead, price has closed through the gap and is now trading below this level, signaling continued market weakness. Key Technical Considerations • $84,000 Reclaim is Critical: If Bitcoin fails to reclaim $84,000 in the coming days, the probability of a liquidation event increases. This could drive price toward the next key swing low around $67,735. • Untapped Liquidity Zones: Multiple higher lows remain untouched, meaning there is still pristine liquidity that could act as a magnet for price. • Swing Failure Pattern (SFP) Potential: A bounce at $67,735 could form an SFP, temporarily trapping shorts before rebounding. However, if price closes below this level on a high-time-frame basis, further downside toward much lower price levels is likely. Conclusion: Caution is Advised Bitcoin’s price action remains weak, and unless a decisive reclaim of $84,000 occurs, further downside remains the higher-probability scenario. The market structure still favors sellers, and traders should exercise caution, as a deeper correction could be in play if Bitcoin loses its next key support.
CME:BTC1!Short
by AzizKhanZamani
How Institutional Capital Is Reshaping the Bitcoin MarketThe Evolution of Bitcoin as an Institutional Asset Bitcoin has undergone a fundamental shift. Once viewed as a speculative retail-driven asset, it has now become a key instrument for institutional capital. The introduction of CME Bitcoin futures marked the beginning of this transformation, providing hedge funds, asset managers, and corporates with a regulated vehicle for exposure. Institutional participation has fundamentally altered Bitcoin’s market structure—bringing greater liquidity, deeper price discovery, and a more defined risk profile. However, it has also introduced a new layer of macro-driven volatility, as capital flows are increasingly dictated by monetary policy, risk sentiment, and global liquidity cycles. COT Data: A Window into Institutional Strategy One of the most effective tools for understanding institutional positioning in Bitcoin futures is the Commitment of Traders (COT) report, published weekly by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This report categorizes market participants into three distinct groups: 🔹 Commercials (Institutions & Corporates) 🔹 Non-Commercials (Hedge Funds & Proprietary Traders) 🔹 Non-Reportables (Retail & Small Traders) Key Market Dynamics 1. Institutional Hedging: Risk Management Over Speculation Large financial institutions and corporate entities—categorized as commercial traders—consistently maintain net short positions in Bitcoin futures. This does not indicate bearish sentiment but rather reflects standard risk management strategies. Just as energy firms hedge oil exposure or multinational corporations hedge currency risk, institutions use Bitcoin derivatives to offset exposure to the spot market. (the commercials are largely buying "over-the-counter" while selling BTC at exchange signaling a bullish outlook). As a result, institutional activity adds an element of market stability, reducing disorderly price swings driven by speculative retail flows. However, their presence also means that Bitcoin, like other financialized assets, is now subject to broader macroeconomic risk factors. 2. Hedge Funds as Volatility Drivers Hedge funds and proprietary trading desks—classified as non-commercial traders—play a far more active role in price discovery. Their positioning behavior closely correlates with trend momentum, with leveraged funds aggressively increasing long exposure in bull markets and shifting to short positions during downturns. The growing role of hedge funds has amplified Bitcoin’s volatility, as rapid position changes in futures markets create spillover effects in the spot market. As Bitcoin becomes increasingly integrated with traditional finance, these flows are now influenced by central bank policy, liquidity conditions, and cross-asset correlations. 3. Retail Traders as Contrarian Indicators Retail positioning—reflected in the non-reportables segment of the COT report—has historically served as a contrarian signal. Retail traders tend to buy late in rallies and panic sell in downturns, mirroring behavioral patterns observed in equity and commodity markets. When retail long positioning reaches extremes, it has often coincided with local market tops. Conversely, sharp reductions in retail exposure have frequently preceded institutional accumulation phases. Understanding these positioning shifts offers insight into potential inflection points in Bitcoin’s price cycle. Strategic Implications for Investors 📌 Bitcoin Is Now a Macro-Driven Asset The growing institutionalization of Bitcoin means its price action is increasingly correlated with monetary policy cycles, risk sentiment, and cross-asset capital flows. Investors must now evaluate Bitcoin through the same macro lens as equities, commodities, and FX markets. 📌 Hedge Fund Flows Will Remain a Dominant Volatility Driver While institutional adoption has increased market depth, speculative hedge fund activity ensures that Bitcoin’s volatility remains structurally high. Understanding hedge fund positioning in CME futures is now crucial for understanding short-term price swings. 📌 Retail Capitulation Often Marks Institutional Entry Points Historically, retail traders have entered long positions at local highs and capitulated near market lows. Tracking non-reportable positions in COT data can provide contrarian signals, helping investors identify optimal entry and exit points. Conclusion Bitcoin’s transformation into an institutional-grade asset has introduced both stability and complexity to its market structure. CME Bitcoin futures positioning plus ETF inflows now serves as a key barometer for institutional sentiment, risk appetite, and capital flows. As Bitcoin continues its integration into global financial markets, investors must move beyond traditional retail-driven narratives and adopt a more sophisticated approach to analyzing institutional flows, macroeconomic trends, and cross-market correlations.
CME:BTC1!Long
by Aryaman_SmartContracts
Bitcoin Price Rally: Market Insights and Potential Resistance Le(Taken from a clip from last week's Wyckoff Crypto Discussion) Bitcoin Price Rally: Market Insights and Potential Resistance Levels Explore the latest Bitcoin market analysis, including potential rally targets, supply and demand dynamics, and key resistance levels for short-term traders. Current Market Outlook The Bitcoin market is experiencing a notable short-term rally that has caught the attention of traders and analysts. Recent market observations suggest a nuanced approach to the current price movement, with several critical factors at play. Rally Dynamics and Price Targets Traders previously identified a potential long setup with an initial target around $88,000. The market is now approaching this crucial resistance level, with minimal supply pressure currently visible. This positioning presents an interesting scenario for cryptocurrency investors monitoring Bitcoin’s price action. Supply and Demand Landscape The current market condition is characterized by simultaneously diminished supply and demand. Experienced analysts note that such rallies typically conclude with a significant volume increase. While the upward movement has been somewhat measured, there remains potential for further price appreciation. Key Resistance and Trading Strategy The $88,000 level stands out as a primary resistance point of interest. Traders are closely watching for any significant activity at this price point. The current rally, while progressing, has been described as slightly underwhelming compared to typical market expectations. Short-Term Positioning Despite the measured progress, many traders maintain a short-term bullish position. The market continues to test support and resistance levels, creating a cautious but optimistic trading environment. Investors are looking for more decisive price action to confirm the rally’s strength. Market Expectations Traders typically anticipate a quick recovery and bounce following local price attempts. The current market is in a phase of continuous testing, with participants hoping to see more substantial efforts to push prices higher. Conclusion Bitcoin’s current market phase presents a complex trading landscape. While the rally shows promise, traders remain vigilant, watching for definitive price movements and volume changes that could signal the next significant market direction. This analysis is for educational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice.
CME:BTC1!
by Wyckoff_Analytics
CME Futures Gap at $84,375 – Will Bitcoin Fill It Before Moving In today’s analysis, we are focusing on the CME futures chart, which has been open for trading over the past 24 hours. A key observation is the gap at $84,375, which remains unfilled despite Bitcoin’s bullish expansion on Monday. Historically, CME gaps have a high probability of being backfilled, making this an important technical level to watch. Currently, Bitcoin is facing rejection at the range high of its trading channel, which aligns with channel resistance and the 0.618 Fibonacci retracement. If this rejection is confirmed, it increases the probability of price action rotating back toward the channel low support, which would fill the $84,375 gap before any move higher. Key Takeaways: • CME futures gap at $84,375 remains unfilled, which historically increases the likelihood of a pullback. • Bitcoin is facing resistance at the channel high, in confluence with the 0.618 Fibonacci retracement. • A confirmed rejection at resistance could lead to a move back down to fill the gap before resuming bullish momentum. At this moment, more price action is needed to confirm whether this reversal will take place. However, traders should keep in mind that as long as the gap remains open, the probability of a move down remains high. The channel structure is key—if Bitcoin breaks down from this channel, it could signal further downside before any bullish continuation. Patience is required as this setup develops. Keep an eye on how price interacts with key resistance and support levels before making any trading decisions.
CME:BTC1!Short
by AzizKhanZamani
1
More Positive Signals on the Bitcoin Chart:✅ Looking at the 3D chart, the first positive sign is a slow but steady bounce after closing the CME gap. ✅ BTC is also holding strong above the 200EMA and the key trendline of this cycle. ✅ Oscillators are showing more bullish signs: - MACD is turning around (on the weekly TF, the histogram has shifted from dark to light); - RSI has already broken out, even though the chart itself hasn't confirmed it yet - but we’re waiting for that. ✅ Altcoins have also been keeping things interesting over the past few days, delivering breakouts and solid profits. 📈 As always, wishing everyone a productive and profitable week. Full speed ahead! 🫡🚀
CME:BTC1!Long
by Alex-Whale