As the cryptocurrency market shows signs of revival, its total market cap approaching $3 trillion is noteworthy. Many large cryptocurrencies, led by Bitcoin 
$111,562, continue to trade within a narrow band. This situation fosters cautious optimism among investors, while technical analyses highlight strong signals of an imminent breakout. Notably, macroeconomic data to be announced towards the end of the week may play a decisive role in facilitating this potential break.
Market Stagnation and Bitcoin’s Critical Level
Bitcoin’s consolidation between $93,000 and $95,000 has been interpreted by investors as the “calm before the storm.” No significant directional changes have been observed in other major cryptocurrencies like Ethereum 
$2,654, BNB, and Solana 
$180. However, XRP and Cardano 
$0.811153 have recorded declines of around 2%, and Dogecoin 
$0.245335 showed a 3% decrease. Despite this pattern, the market retains its upward potential.
A $56 million outflow following an eight-day surge in spot Bitcoin trading funds suggests some profit-taking and cautious behavior among investors. This activity, however, might also herald fluctuation before a new rise. FxPro’s chief analyst Alex Kuptsikevich remarks that such prolonged consolidation periods generally mark the onset of significant moves. He suggests that U.S. employment data, set to be released on Friday, could influence market direction.
Funding Data and Political Factors Stand Out
Pat Zhang, Research Head at WOO X, provided a notable assessment on the potential end to Bitcoin’s narrow band movement. According to Zhang, the Bitcoin funding rate has been negative in recent weeks, indicating a more bullish sentiment in the market. Historical trends of substantial gains following negative funding rates increase interest in this data. Additionally, large investors expanding their positions in recent days set the groundwork for a possible upward breakout.
Meanwhile, global trade and customs developments have begun impacting the cryptocurrency market. U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump’s positive remarks on trade talks with South Korea, Japan, and India, as well as an “optimistic process” concerning China, have slightly eased global markets. Such developments may increase the risk appetite and redirect it towards cryptocurrencies. Cryptocurrency investors are expected to focus on both technical indicators and macroeconomic data in the coming days.
