Is Bitcoin Breaking Out? Yes, but Smart Traders Should do this...!

To navigate this environment, traders can structure positions strategically

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Markus Thielen
January 18, 2025

👇1-15) Bitcoin closely aligns with our ‘January Game Plan’ price forecast, which anticipated an initial rally through January 10, followed by an inflation-driven dip and a strong rebound driven by better-than-expected inflation data, culminating in a sharp push leading into Trump’s inauguration. This scenario appears to be unfolding as expected, leaving the key question: What will Bitcoin do post-Rally into Trump Inauguration?

Still valid? Our projected Bitcoin path (white expected, purple actual)

👇2-15) Given the market’s tendency to shift quickly, our research outlines the key data series we track. This enables informed readers to adjust their positions as new economic data emerges or as pivotal news—such as Fed statements and commentary—potentially alters the market's trajectory. If the Fed maintains a hawkish stance and the market structure does not improve significantly, the bull market could temporarily pause until March. However, this week has seen notable signs of progress.

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