Saturday, February 21, 2026, Bitcoin jumps to $67,970, up 1.6% on the day. Ethereum also rises, reaching $1,968, an increase of 1.1%. However, on the week, BTC is down 1.3%, erasing some of the recent gains. This weekend day shows a dynamic crypto market, driven by renewed interest from retail investors.
This acceleration is explained by a stable macroeconomic context, where fears of a recession are temporarily fading. Traditional markets, like the S&P 500, are also up, creating a ripple effect on cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin in particular benefits from an influx of liquidity, as traders seek to profit from positive volatility. Ethereum, though less performant, follows the trend thanks to its role as a sector barometer.
Despite today’s rise, the 1.3% weekly decline reminds us that the market remains fragile. Investors remain attentive to upcoming Federal Reserve announcements, which could influence the direction of risk assets. For now, Bitcoin appears to be finding solid support around $67,000, but consolidation is possible before a new impulse. Short-term prospects will depend on the market’s ability to hold this level.
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