This Monday, June 1, 2026, Bitcoin stabilizes at $73,593, nearly flat on the day. Ether follows the same trend at $2,004, slightly down. The week remains negative at -4.4% for Bitcoin, a sign the market hasn’t found a clear direction yet. Trading is moderate, with activity concentrated on Asian exchanges in early trading.
This apparent stability hides underlying tensions. The macroeconomic context still weighs: US bond yields remain elevated, and the dollar strengthens against major currencies. Historically, a strong dollar is a headwind for digital assets. Additionally, on-chain data shows declining active addresses, suggesting waning retail interest. Institutions are adopting a wait-and-see posture, as evidenced by stagnant derivatives volumes.
The impact of this flat day is twofold. On one hand, it offers a respite for investors after the weekly decline. On the other, it fuels fears of a broader bearish move if $73,000 doesn’t hold. Ether, below $2,050, shows relative weakness, often a precursor to a Bitcoin correction. The coming days will be crucial in determining whether the market can bounce back or is heading for another test of lower supports.
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