Bitcoin’s price decline may persist into March or April before attempting a recovery, according to Matrixport.
The cryptocurrency dipped below $80,000 on Feb. 27 as global market uncertainties triggered a sell-off. Wall Street also saw losses, with the Nasdaq 100 down over 7% in five days, while the S&P 500 and Dow Jones each fell by 1.33%.
Matrixport emphasized that macroeconomic factors and central bank policies are increasingly shaping Bitcoin’s trajectory, especially as institutional investors integrate it into their portfolios.
A strengthening U.S. dollar added to Bitcoin’s struggles, with the Dollar Index (DXY) climbing for a third day, nearing 107.40. The rally came after U.S. President Donald Trump reaffirmed tariffs on Canadian, Mexican, and Chinese imports, set to take effect on March 4.
Bitcoin ETFs, which have drawn $39 billion since their January 2024 launch, are also playing a role in market dynamics. Analysts estimate that 56% of these inflows stem from arbitrage strategies, while the rest reflect long-term investments.
Despite the downturn, sentiment around “buying the dip” has surged, reaching levels last seen in July 2024. Some analysts suggest Bitcoin is nearing a short-term bottom, though continued declines below $75,000 could challenge the bullish outlook.
Strategy has acquired 1,045 more BTC for $110.2 million, raising its total holdings to 582,000 BTC—worth over $62 billion.
Michael Saylor, the outspoken Bitcoin advocate and founder of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), has once again signaled the company’s intention to add more BTC to its already massive holdings—continuing what appears to be a weekly accumulation ritual.
Bitcoin is trading roughly 7% below its record high of $112,000, facing renewed selling pressure amid a broader market cooldown.
Investor attention in the crypto space is shifting fast—and the latest weekly data from CoinGecko highlights just how diverse the landscape has become.