Crypto Market Pullback: $100B Lost
Crypto Market Experiences Significant Pullback
Following the US Independence Day holiday, the cryptocurrency market saw a notable downturn, erasing nearly $100 billion in market capitalization within a single day. This mild correction dampened the enthusiasm of many bullish investors. Major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), XRP, and Cardano (ADA) all experienced lukewarm performance.
Price Performance of Major Cryptocurrencies
Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency by market cap, saw a daily low of $30,7296 after reaching a high of $30,8381, falling short of a potential new all-time high. While only 3.49% away from its previous all-time high, the current market conditions significantly reduced the likelihood of a new peak in the near term.
Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency, mirrored Bitcoin's movement, trading at $2,495 after a daily high of $2,529. Other altcoins, including Cardano, Solana, XRP, and Dogecoin, also experienced declines. However, some memecoins, such as BONK, saw gains, rising by nearly 9%, which boosted the sentiment of some smaller-cap coins.
Factors Contributing to the Decline
Several factors likely contributed to the market's downturn. A significant factor is a $3.6 billion cryptocurrency options expiry, with approximately $3 billion in Bitcoin and $600 million in ETH options contributing to the sell-off.
- Increased Activity from Dormant Whales: The resurgence of activity from previously inactive, large Bitcoin wallets raised concerns about potential mass selloffs. One notable event involved the movement of 20,000 BTC from a Satoshi-era whale.
- Post-Holiday Profit-Taking: Traders may have engaged in profit-taking after a strong end to June.
- Fading Hopes of a Fed Rate Cut: The release of strong US job data diminished expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut in July, which had previously been anticipated by some market participants.
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