
Bitcoin: The Upside Down
Introduction: Bitcoin in the Upside Down
The analyst describes a paradoxical feeling: while his macroeconomic scenario (rising energy prices, higher yields, stronger dollar) holds true for most risk assets, Bitcoin is behaving contrary to expectations and breaking out.
Macroeconomic Framework: The Vicious Cycle
- Rising Energy Prices: Oil prices are stair-stepping higher, fueled by geopolitical tensions. This leads to higher long-end yields as the Fed isn't raising rates fast enough.
- The Fed Lagging: The Fed Funds rate is at 4%, while the 2-year yield is at 4.9%. The Fed is a full percentage point behind the neutral rate, fueling inflation and strengthening the dollar.
- Impact on Stocks: The S&P 500 has stalled since August and shows signs of a correction, typical for midterm election years.
Commodities: Gold and Silver Under Pressure
- Gold and silver are feeling the pressure from rising yields and a strong dollar. They are in an expected weak window from mid-September to mid-October.
- A potential bottom for gold is seen as a higher low or lower low, but the bull market could return.
Bitcoin: The Breakout Despite Adversity
- The Contradiction: Bitcoin has broken out above the May high, despite adverse macro conditions. The analyst admits he was wrong in predicting a lower low.
- Technical Signals: The Golden Cross in 2023 and 2019 historically led to a dip followed by a rally. The same pattern occurred now: a dip and then a breakout.
- Uncertainty: The weekly close is critical. If Bitcoin falls back below $83,000, a typical Q4 low could occur (but not necessarily a lower low).
Conclusion: Markets Don't Have to Make Sense
- DCA Strategy: For long-term investors (DCA), short-term breakouts or pullbacks don't matter.
- Breakout Traders: Beware of false breakouts. A close below $83,000 again would be a warning sign.
- Paradox: Bitcoin's strength despite rising yields and the dollar is hard to explain. The analyst acknowledges his short-term credibility is damaged and advises listening to the market.






