Bitcoin Edges Lower, Ethereum Holds Firm: Market Tests Investor Patience
On Sunday, January 18, 2026, the cryptocurrency market continues its consolidation with slight bearish pressure. Bitcoin (BTC) settled at $95,099.53, down 0.4% on the day, while Ethereum (ETH) held steady at $3,306.87, up 0.3%. Weekly performance remains positive: +5.1% for BTC and +5.0% for ETH. This Sunday session confirms the trend seen since Friday: moderate profit-taking after a bullish week. BTC is once again testing the $95,000 support level, an important psychological mark. ETH, meanwhile, is showing relative strength by holding above $3,300. Technically, BTC is forming a bullish flag on the daily chart, suggesting a possible continuation of the uptrend after this consolidation. Volumes are low, limiting the downside. ETH, with an RSI of 55, remains in neutral territory, indicating no overheating. Macroeconomic factors remain favorable, with expectations of interest rate cuts in the U.S. However, the lack of an immediate catalyst is keeping traders cautious. The outlook for the week ahead is for a bullish recovery if BTC holds the $95,000 support, with a target of $97,000.
