As we brace for another busy week, we anticipate significant economic data releases despite the US government shutdown. Although Bitcoin
$103,176 hovers above $109,000, it’s yet to secure a safe zone—a situation that analysts are closely monitoring. Current needs include breakthroughs in US-China negotiations, as market trends hinge on these geopolitical developments. What are analysts predicting for Bitcoin in the near future?
Cryptocurrency Forecasts
The likelihood of the US government shutdown ending in October dims as time progresses. Analyst Michael Poppe remains optimistic, suggesting that resolving the shutdown could benefit the cryptocurrency market. He projects Bitcoin to enter a new all-time high trajectory if resistance, backed by his shared chart, is breached. Despite recent corrections being unexpectedly severe, Poppe maintains a bullish outlook.

“Bitcoin faces a significant resistance zone,” Poppe asserts. He expresses confidence that breaking this resistance could propel Bitcoin towards a new all-time high, contingent on the US government reopening and changes in gold market trends, whether due to money rotation or risk appetite adjustment. The resistance mark is around $110,500, and it’s important to ensure BTC doesn’t fall into another false rally. However, escalating tensions like the Netherlands’ seizure of a Chinese company may complicate matters.
Amidst these developments, crucial data awaits. For the first time since January 2018, US inflation figures will release on Wednesday, days prior to the Fed meeting on October 29. The Labor Department recalls employees to release a report by Friday, indicating the significance of these numbers before a critical interest rate decision. Forecasts predict a rise in headline inflation, potentially unnerving investors.
NEAR and Ether
NEAR, once more prominent in 2021, sustained significant damage during the FTX collapse. Although not rebounding as swiftly as Solana
$162, NEAR experienced positive periods. Poppe regrets missing its fall below $2, seeing it as a substantial missed opportunity.

“I didn’t expect NEAR to be at these levels,” Poppe admits, expressing a desire to capitalize if given a chance, viewing it as a second significant opportunity after LINK‘s climb.

Meanwhile, Ethereum
$3,430 is aiming to reclaim the $4,000 mark. Analyst DaanCrypto deems its testing of the 200EMA a positive development, envisioning a pivotal point at $4,100 for bullish momentum. He forecasts a potential climb to an all-time high by year’s end if Ethereum sustains at this level, especially following reduced leverage in the market. Preserving low levels remains vital following these gains.


