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4E: Bitcoin is experiencing a downward fluctuation, with macro pressures and risk sentiment continuing to affect the market

ChainCatcher message, according to 4E observations, as of June 16, 16:00 (UTC+8), Bitcoin (BTC) is currently priced at $106,380, having retreated from a high of $110,300 over the past four days, with a low of $103,700, overall remaining in a weak consolidation range. Although there was an attempt to rebound above $107,000 in the short term, the upward momentum is weak, and bearish sentiment still dominates.The cryptocurrency market is also under pressure. Ethereum (ETH) has fallen below $2,800, and mainstream coins like SOL and AVAX have at one point retraced over 8%, with the total market capitalization dropping to about $3.18 trillion, indicating a continued low risk appetite. On-chain data shows that retail trading activity has weakened, and institutional fund inflows have also slowed.On the macro level, the U.S. reported last week that both CPI and PPI were below expectations, but the Federal Reserve maintained interest rates and released hawkish signals, expecting only one rate cut this year, which triggered market adjustments. The dollar has strengthened in the short term, and U.S. Treasury yields have risen, putting pressure on risk assets.Additionally, there remains uncertainty in the geopolitical situation. The tensions in the Middle East are unresolved, gold continues to rise, while Bitcoin's response has been limited, raising further questions about its safe-haven properties.In terms of regulation, the EU's MiCA regulatory guidelines have entered a substantive implementation phase, with several compliant platforms being approved, which is expected to improve the industry fundamentals in the medium to long term. However, in the short term, the market is still dominated by macro expectations and fund sentiment. 4E reminds investors to pay attention to risks and respond cautiously to market fluctuations.

Analysis: BTC has decoupled abnormally from US Treasury yields, marking a structural shift in its role within the macroeconomy

ChainCatcher news, Cryptoquant analyst Darkfost released a market analysis stating that macroeconomics has become the dominant narrative in today's cryptocurrency market. As a result, key indicators such as the US Dollar Index (DXY) and US Treasury yields are now closely monitored by investors, reflecting the overall state of institutional sentiment and global liquidity. When DXY and bond yields rise simultaneously, capital tends to flow out of risk assets. In such an environment, Bitcoin typically experiences pullbacks. Historically, bear markets in cryptocurrencies have often coincided with strong upward trends in yields and DXY.Conversely, when DXY and yields lose momentum, investors' risk appetite shifts towards risk assets. These periods are often associated with monetary easing or market expectations of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, thereby driving bullish sentiment in the crypto market. Notably in the current cycle, there is an unusual decoupling between Bitcoin and bond yields. Despite yields reaching one of the highest levels in Bitcoin's history, Bitcoin continues to maintain an upward trend, especially accelerating when DXY declines. This anomaly suggests a structural shift in Bitcoin's role within the macroeconomic landscape, as it is increasingly viewed as a store of value. This new narrative may be redefining how Bitcoin responds to traditional macroeconomic forces.

QCP Capital: The macro environment remains favorable for institutions to further participate in digital assets and allocate capital

ChainCatcher news, QCP Capital stated in an official channel that the market welcomes the tentative progress in Sino-U.S. relations. President Trump announced a partial withdrawal of the proposed tariff increase plan, and the agreement has entered its final stage, awaiting formal approval. However, the optimistic sentiment remains subdued. The U.S. Secretary of Commerce has taken a hard stance on technology exports, clearly stating that the U.S. "will not provide China with advanced chips." This highlights the trend of divergence in the global supply chain, as the market increasingly incorporates this factor into the pricing considerations of cross-border trade dynamics.Geopolitical tensions have escalated again, as nuclear negotiations have stalled, and the U.S. begins to withdraw diplomatic personnel from the Middle East. Reports indicate that Washington has received warnings about Israel potentially striking Iranian nuclear facilities, triggering a sharp reaction in the oil market. Brent crude oil rose by 7%-9% during the day, as investors shifted to defensive assets, leading to a sell-off of risk assets.Additionally, speculation about Bessent potentially succeeding Jerome Powell as the Chairman of the Federal Reserve has intensified but was quickly downplayed. Bessent publicly reiterated his commitment to serve at the Treasury until 2029. Meanwhile, after U.S. CPI data came in below expectations, President Trump once again pressured the Federal Reserve to "fully cut rates by 100 basis points," citing the unsustainable high cost of debt servicing.In summary, QCP Capital believes that despite a slight pullback, the macro environment remains favorable for institutions to further engage in digital assets and capital allocation.
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