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Bitcoin’s price is currently under pressure, trending downwards and nearing a critical support level of $110,530, signaling profit-taking by short-term traders. This movement has prompted speculation among analysts regarding its potential impact on major altcoins such as Ether (ETH), BNB, Chainlink (LINK), and Mantle (MNT), with some suggesting a bounce could trigger a rapid recovery across the altcoin market.
Bitcoin Price Action and Analyst Outlook
Bitfinex analysts indicated in a recent report that Bitcoin could remain range-bound until more significant macroeconomic catalysts emerge, as investors adopt a cautious approach. While some market observers anticipate a potential drop towards $100,000, X analyst BitQuant maintains a bullish stance, predicting that BTC remains on track to reach $145,000 without falling near the $100,000 mark.
On Monday, Bitcoin briefly rebounded off the neckline of an inverse head-and-shoulders pattern, but bulls failed to overcome resistance at the 20-day exponential moving average (EMA) of $117,032. Bears have since resumed selling, attempting to keep the price below this neckline, which could lead to a further decline towards the strong support at $110,530.
A break below $110,530 could accelerate selling pressure, potentially pushing Bitcoin towards $100,000. Conversely, a clear break and close above the 20-day EMA would suggest diminishing selling pressure, with potential targets at $120,000 and eventually the all-time high of $124,474. The 4-hour chart shows the 20-EMA sloping downwards and the Relative Strength Index (RSI) in negative territory, indicating bears currently hold the advantage.
Altcoin Performance and Predictions
Bitcoin’s near-term uncertainty has notably affected altcoin rallies, including Ether. Spot ETH exchange-traded funds recently experienced significant outflows, recording $196.7 million, marking the second-largest daily outflow since their launch, according to SoSoValue data. However, if Bitcoin manages to rebound from its support levels, certain altcoins could see a surprising upside.
Ether (ETH) Price Prediction
Ether has retreated to a crucial breakout level of $4,094. While upward-sloping moving averages suggest a buyer advantage, a negative divergence on the RSI indicates weakening bullish momentum. A rebound from $4,094 could see ETH/USDT rise towards $4,576 and potentially $4,788.
Conversely, a sustained break below $4,094 would signal strong selling, potentially driving Ether down to $3,745 and then to the 50-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) at $3,557. The 4-hour chart shows a bearish crossover of moving averages and a negative RSI, suggesting bears are attempting a comeback.
BNB Price Prediction
BNB is currently encountering resistance within the $861 to $869 range, but bulls have shown resilience by not yielding significant ground. A shallow pullback increases the likelihood of a breakout above this overhead zone, which could propel BNB towards $900 and potentially the psychological $1,000 mark.
However, sellers aim to push the price below the 20-day EMA at $811, which could lead to BNB forming a range between $732 and $869. The 4-hour chart reveals a symmetrical triangle pattern, indicating market indecision; a breakout above the triangle could target $918, while a drop below could initiate a deeper correction towards $812 and $794.
Chainlink (LINK) Price Prediction
Chainlink faced resistance at $27 on Monday, suggesting profit-taking. Key support levels are at $24 and the 20-day EMA ($21.49). A strong rebound from the 20-day EMA would indicate buying on dips, potentially leading to another attempt to clear the $27 resistance, with targets at $31 and $36.
If LINK breaks below the 20-day EMA, it suggests bulls are losing control, potentially sending the price towards the 50-day SMA ($17.97). On the 4-hour chart, bulls are attempting to halt the pullback at the moving averages; a strong rebound from here could retest $27, while a break below the 50-SMA would invalidate this positive outlook, potentially leading to a descent to $21.
Mantle (MNT) Price Prediction
Mantle has experienced a significant rally recently, indicating strong buying interest. Despite bears attempting to halt the rally at $1.42, they failed to push the price below $1.20, suggesting strong positive sentiment. Bulls are now aiming to resume the uptrend by pushing above $1.42, potentially targeting $1.67, with minor resistance at $1.51 likely to be overcome.
Conversely, a sharp turn down from $1.42 and a break below $1.20 would signal rapid position closures by bulls, potentially leading to a drop towards the 20-day EMA ($1.07). The 4-hour chart shows the price turning up from the 20-EMA, but facing resistance at $1.42; a break below the 20-EMA could extend the correction to the 50-SMA, or even $1.06 and $0.93 if the 50-SMA support fails.
Conclusion
The cryptocurrency market is currently at a critical juncture, with Bitcoin’s price movements heavily influencing altcoins. While analysts offer differing views on Bitcoin’s immediate future, its proximity to the $110,530 support level is a key factor to watch. A decisive move from this level could dictate whether altcoins like ETH, BNB, LINK, and MNT experience a rapid recovery or face deeper corrections in the near term.
