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Bitcoin in a zone of brutal fall and growing pessimism

After a brutal fall and a climate of growing pessimism, Bitcoin has returned to the spotlight. Experts disagree on the next step, but some signs are beginning to attract attention.

When an asset loses half its value in a few months, the natural reaction is fear. That is exactly what happened with Bitcoin, which went from historical highs to facing one of the most delicate phases in recent years. While investors try to understand if the worst is over or if new falls are on the way, analysts observe indicators that, in previous cycles, preceded important movements. The question now is simple, but the answer is far from being a consensus.

The recent devaluation of Bitcoin has shaken the confidence of part of the market. Not even the new purchase made by Strategy, a company led by Michael Saylor and known for its strong exposure to cryptocurrency, managed to change the prevailing sentiment among investors.

After falling about 50% from its all-time high above $120,000, Bitcoin began trading near the $60,000 range. This movement reignited discussions about the possibility of the market approaching a cycle bottom.

Some indicators used by analysts suggest exactly that. Among them is the MVRV Z-Score, a metric that compares the current price of the cryptocurrency with the average cost of acquiring the coins in circulation. Historically, when this indicator approaches certain zones, Bitcoin is usually close to ending major corrections.

Another piece of data observed by the market shows that more than half of cryptocurrency holders are operating at a loss. In previous cycles, similar situations occurred shortly before significant recoveries.

Analysts at the asset management firm 21Shares highlight that the current sentiment is reminiscent of moments of extreme pessimism seen after traumatic events for the sector, such as the collapse of the FTX brokerage in 2022. At that time, many investors believed that the recovery would take years, but the market surprised in the following months.

For more optimistic managers, the current correction still fits within the historical patterns observed in Bitcoin. The difference is that recent drops have been less deep than those recorded in the major bear markets of the past, something interpreted by some experts as a sign of the asset's maturation.

Risks remain and require caution...Despite the positive signs, not everyone shares the same enthusiasm.

Some analysts believe that the market may still face a prolonged period of weakness. Among the factors cited are the reduction in institutional interest, the search for opportunities in companies linked to artificial intelligence, and the migration of capital to other sectors considered more promising in the short term.

According to this view, Bitcoin ends up suffering as an indirect consequence of a large reallocation of resources within global markets. As it is a highly liquid asset, it often becomes one of the first sources of funds when investors decide to seek new opportunities.

Another point that worries some experts is the lack of a significant price reaction even after announcements considered positive. When good news fails to trigger significant increases, this usually indicates that the market has not yet fully recovered its confidence. Furthermore, some technical indicators show that the recovery potential may be more limited than in previous corrections. This does not necessarily mean that a rally is impossible, but it suggests that the path may be slower and more turbulent.

Why the long-term thesis remains alive...Even in the face of volatility, many analysts continue to defend Bitcoin's structural thesis.

One of the main arguments is related to the increasing diversification of investors participating in this market. Unlike the first cycles, when demand depended mainly on retail investors, today the ecosystem includes ETFs, pension funds, wealth managers, and even sovereign investors.

This change helps reduce dependence on short-term speculation and strengthens the institutional presence in the sector.

Another frequently cited factor is the protocol's own structure. Since its launch, Bitcoin has continued to operate according to the original rules established by its creator. The maximum limit of 21 million units remains unchanged, and issuance follows a rigid mathematical schedule.

For cryptocurrency advocates, this predictability remains one of the asset's most valuable characteristics, especially in a global landscape marked by economic and monetary uncertainties.

Buy, wait, or sell? Most experts avoid extreme answers. Instead of recommending aggressive buying or total liquidation of positions, many advocate a gradual strategy. The idea is to build exposure over time, making periodic contributions and reducing the impact of short-term fluctuations.

This method avoids trying to pinpoint the exact bottom of the market, something that has historically proven almost impossible even for experienced investors.

Among the most optimistic projections, some analysis firms are working with the possibility of Bitcoin surpassing significantly higher levels by the end of 2026. For this to happen, however, the cryptocurrency will need to recover important technical regions and rely on favorable external factors, such as an improved macroeconomic scenario, a resumption of flows to ETFs, and regulatory advances in the United States.

Meanwhile, the main recommendation remains the same: discipline, risk management, and a long-term focus. After all, if there's one thing Bitcoin's history has shown many times, it's that periods of extreme fear are usually precisely those that most test investors' conviction.

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