On Wednesday, February 18, Bitcoin fell to $67,489, down 2.1% on the day. Ethereum declined to $1,992, losing 0.5%. The week worsens with a cumulative decline of 1.9% for BTC. Crypto markets face a new wave of selling with no apparent reason. Volumes are rising, suggesting persistent bearish pressure. Altcoins are also affected, with widespread losses.
This pullback is explained by a tense macroeconomic context. Fears of inflation and rising interest rates weigh on all risk assets. Bitcoin, despite its reputation as a store of value, remains correlated with traditional markets. Ethereum, though less volatile today, follows the trend. Institutional investors appear to be reducing their exposure, while retail investors hesitate to buy the dip. Market sentiment is turning negative.
For traders, this day confirms the market’s fragility. Bitcoin is approaching key levels around $67,000. A break below could trigger a drop toward $65,000. But some see this as a buying opportunity at a discount. The key is to watch the coming sessions: if BTC bounces back quickly, the uptrend could survive. Otherwise, the correction will deepen. In the meantime, caution is advised.
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