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Bitcoin's record low volatility is also a sign that the next price breakout will be volatile, but everyone is guessing which direction price will take and how it will impact altcoins. The S&P 500 Index (SPX) continued its march toward its all-time high with a 3% gain in July. Signs of receding inflationary pressures and expectations of an end to the Federal Reserve’s tightening cycle are the factors that boosted risk-on sentiment. However, this bullish mood did not benefit Bitcoin (BTC) as it largely remained range-bound in July and is on track to end the month with a loss of more than 3%. The biggest question troubling traders is when will Bitcoin’s range break and in which direction. Daily cryptocurrency market performance. Source: Coin360 Typically, the longer the time spent inside the range, the greater the force needed for the breakout. Once the price escapes the range, the next trending move is likely to be strong. The only problem is that it is difficult to predict the ...

The DXY has turned bearish and that could prove to be a boon for SPX, cryptocurrency and Bitcoin. The S&P 500 index (SPX) fell 19.4% and the Nasdaq nosedived 33.1% in 2022, recording the worst performance since 2008. The crypto markets also had a horrendous year with Bitcoin (BTC) falling roughly 65% in 2022. In comparison, the United States dollar, which is perceived to be a safe haven, rallied nearly 9%, its best year since 2015. There are several green shoots visible for the cryptocurrency sector for 2023. The U.S. dollar index (DXY), which usually moves in inverse correlation with Bitcoin may have topped out. This increases the likelihood that select cryptocurrencies may be close to forming a bottom. Daily cryptocurrency market performance. Source: Coin360 Several traders miss buying at lower levels because they attempt to catch the bottom. Instead, long-term investors who believe in the crypto story may consider building a portfolio or adding positions in batches. Thus, they ...