Matrixport Research: BTC May Have Entered a Seasonal Consolidation Phase

Recently, with the launch of "U.S. Cryptocurrency Week," retail leverage activity has quickly rebounded, and media attention has simultaneously increased, driving up the prices of BTC and altcoins. However, as the positive news peaks, market indicators are gradually transitioning to a consolidation phase. Data shows that BTC prices fell by 0.6% over the past week. From a technical perspective, reversal indicators suggest that both BTC and ETH are not only in an overbought state but also face the risk of a pullback, while the market enthusiasm brought by "U.S. Cryptocurrency Week" may have already formed a momentum peak. Overall, this round of consolidation may last until August.

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The White House has postponed the cryptocurrency report originally scheduled for release on July 22 to July 30. The report was initially expected to be completed within 180 days, and the market had previously anticipated that it might involve preliminary discussions on using BTC as a reserve strategy. However, given that the report's release date is close to the congressional summer recess, expectations for policy guidance from the report should be lowered: it is highly unlikely that the report will provide any substantial or actionable policy guidance.

The delay in the report also indirectly reflects that the current government focus has shifted to the "GENIUS Act," which centers on supporting the issuance of dollar-denominated stablecoins backed by U.S. Treasury bonds, thereby providing a new financing path for U.S. government debt. This framework not only provides strategic tools for creating debt demand for the government but also further highlights the position and significance of digital asset regulation within the macro-financial system.

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As the market enters a relatively calm summer phase, coupled with the approaching seasonal trading halt, it is possible that more traders will choose to reduce their positions or close out some of their holdings. Currently, there are already a number of large long positions in the market, and if the subsequent trend lacks sustained upward momentum, investor confidence may gradually weaken, especially against the backdrop of rising funding rates and increasing holding costs.

This trend is particularly evident in ETH: its total open contract size has surged from $14 billion to $25 billion. Although the funding rate has only slightly increased, it is expected to decline during the summer, which may trigger further position reductions.

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$122,000 is a key price point for BTC in this round of price movement. As multiple technical reversal signals appear simultaneously, adopting a more cautious and contrarian strategy may be a wise move. Meanwhile, as the market maintains a strong posture, some early investors are beginning to take profits, leading to increased selling pressure, and the market is likely to enter a summer consolidation phase.

Disclaimer: The market carries risks, and investment should be approached with caution. This article does not constitute investment advice. Trading in digital assets may involve significant risks and volatility. Investment decisions should be made after careful consideration of personal circumstances and consultation with financial professionals. Matrixport is not responsible for any investment decisions made based on the information provided herein.