{"id":533451,"date":"2023-05-17T11:10:30","date_gmt":"2023-05-17T11:10:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wncen.com\/?p=533451"},"modified":"2024-06-11T12:47:27","modified_gmt":"2024-06-11T12:47:27","slug":"bitcoin-loses-grip-on-27000-handle-amid-debt-ceiling-concerns-details","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wncen.com\/news\/bitcoin-loses-grip-on-27000-handle-amid-debt-ceiling-concerns-details\/","title":{"rendered":"Bitcoin Loses Grip On $27,000 Handle Amid Debt Ceiling Concerns – Details"},"content":{"rendered":"
The latest slide of Bitcoin below the $27,000 level has caught the attention of investors who are now keeping a close eye on the debt ceiling negotiations in Washington.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n With US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen issuing <\/span>warnings<\/span><\/a> that the US is projected to breach the debt limit as early as June 1, the stakes have been raised significantly for both the financial markets and the cryptocurrency industry.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n However, while the threat of a default looms large, investors are suggesting that Bitcoin may be poised for a potential rebound if a resolution to the debt ceiling issue is reached.<\/span><\/p>\n Bitcoin’s struggle to maintain its value has continued, with the cryptocurrency experiencing a 24-hour loss of nearly a percent, currently trading at $26,863 on <\/span>CoinGecko<\/span><\/a>. Furthermore, its seven-day decline of 2.7% reflects a persistent bearish trend in the market that has many investors concerned.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n One factor that has contributed to the low liquidity in crypto markets is regulatory uncertainty. Market makers Jane Street and Jump Crypto have recently <\/span>retreated from crypto trading in the US<\/span><\/a>, citing concerns over regulatory challenges. This has added to the already existing concerns surrounding the lack of regulation in the crypto industry, which has made investors wary of entering the market.<\/span><\/p>\n According to a report by crypto data firm <\/span>Kaiko<\/span><\/a>, Bitcoin’s 1% market depth – a measure of liquidity conditions – has dropped by 4% over the past month, while Ethereum’s has fallen by 2%. Altcoin liquidity has suffered even more, with a roughly 17% decline on a monthly basis.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n This low liquidity has made it difficult for traders to execute large orders without experiencing significant price slippage, further contributing to the bearish trend in the market. As such, investors are closely watching developments in the regulatory landscape to determine if a more favorable environment for crypto trading can be established.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The recent struggles of Bitcoin’s value, combined with concerns over low liquidity in the crypto market, have left investors cautiously watching for potential signals of a market turnaround. While the bearish trend persists, investors believe that Bitcoin may have the potential for a rebound, contingent upon a resolution to the ongoing debt ceiling issue.<\/span><\/p>\nBitcoin Continues To Slide Amid Low Liquidity Concerns<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Source: Coingecko<\/pre>\n
BTCUSD slips below the crucial $27K region. Chart: TradingView.com<\/a><\/pre>\n
Bitcoin’s Prospects For Rebound Hinge On Debt Ceiling Resolution<\/strong><\/h2>\n