As the article discusses, Bitcoin (BTC ($111,217.00)) $95,846 is currently hovering around $95,800, struggling to maintain levels above $97,000. Concerns arise due to the negative impact of U.S. employment data on risk markets, compounded by potential sales of billions in BTC tied to the Silkroad case, adding to the tension among traders.
January Predictions for Bitcoin
While BTC has moved away from a low of $90,000, it has not yet breached the critical $97,000 level. Recent data on U.S. Producer Inflation did not meet expectations for a downturn, yet it showed an increase from the previous month. Additionally, strong employment figures released recently add complexity to the situation.
The Federal Reserve has two primary functions: job creation and maintaining price stability. After delaying interest rate cuts to combat inflation, the Fed is now facing the repercussions on the employment front. With robust job data and persistent inflation, no interest rate cuts are anticipated in upcoming meetings through September.
Bitcoin Price Forecast
Regarding Bitcoin’s performance in January, unl...