The week of May 4, 2026, concludes with a period of consolidation for the cryptocurrency market. BTC is trading at $78,563, a slight dip from recent highs, while ETH stagnates around $2,324. After several weeks of volatility, investors appear to be pausing, digesting previous movements amidst moderate trading volumes. **Analysis: Macroeconomic Factors in the Background** Several elements explain this relative calm. Firstly, traditional markets remain under pressure: fears of a U.S. recession persist, with mixed economic indicators released this week. The Federal Reserve has maintained its hawkish stance, keeping interest rates elevated, which dampens appetite for risk assets like cryptocurrencies. Secondly, BTC seems to be testing a new resistance level around $79,000. The current $78,563 represents a significant psychological support level. A break below this could lead to a correction towards $75,000, whereas a rebound above $80,000 would reignite optimism. On the ETH front, its stagnation at $2,324 reflects a lack of clear catalysts. Developments surrounding the network (updates, DeFi adoption) have not been sufficient to create bullish momentum. The ETH/BTC ratio remains low, s
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