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Crypto legislation appears to be back on track after US lawmakers passed a motion to reconsider three crucial digital asset bills in a narrow vote. This effort follows Tuesday’s failed attempt to advance the proposed legislation to a floor debate during the “Crypto week.” US House Passes Motion To Reconsider On Wednesday, the US House of Representatives voted on a motion to reconsider three major crypto legislations that failed to pass their procedural vote on Tuesday. As reported by NewsBTC, Congress’s lower chamber blocked the motion in a 196-223 vote, with 13 Republicans siding with the Democrats. Following the failed vote, Lawmakers had reportedly planned to hold a vote to reconsider the motion for later in the day, but it was ultimately scheduled for Wednesday morning. On Tuesday night, US President Donald Trump personally met with 11 of the 12 Republican representatives needed to pass the bills, securing their support. The lawmakers met for the second time this week to decide the fate of the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act, the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act of 2025, and the anti-CBDC (Central Bank Digital Currency) bill. The motion to reconsider the trio of bills cleared the House in a 215-211 vote, with all Republican representatives voting in favor this time. Now, the US House prepares to hold a new procedural vote later today and decide whether to send the three landmark bills to a final vote. Representative Andy Harris shared on X that “House Freedom Caucus Members will be voting in favor of the rule today after reaching an agreement with President Trump last night.” Under the agreement, the House Committee on Rules will meet today to include “clear, strong, anti–Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) provisions to the CLARITY legislation” to ensure Americans are “protected from government overreach into their financial privacy.” Crypto Legislation Faces New Challenges Despite the crucial approval of a motion to reconsider, the bills now face a new roadblock. Politico reporter Meredith Lee Hill revealed that “there’s another crypto mess unfolding on the House floor.” In a series of X posts, the journalist affirmed that the potential merger of two of the three crypto legislations could pose a problem for the upcoming vote. Seemingly, the House Grand Old Party (GOP) leaders are trying to combine the House’s market structure and anti-CBDC bills after passing the floor. However, Republicans from the House Financial Services Committee are hesitating at that plan, as it “will doom Clarity.” House Agriculture Committee Republican representatives also consider that combining the two bills could kill the CLARITY Act, arguing that “even the threat of doing this emergency rules meeting may have already done so.” Journalist Eleanor Terret added that combining the bills could make CLARITY harder to pass because “they risk losing Dem votes over the anti-CBDC language.” A GOP Senate staffer reportedly told Terret that they are “just hoping the House can move something, anything, so crypto legislation can survive to the next step. We have options to move forward, but no one wants another failed vote that kills momentum.” Meanwhile, the GENIUS Act would remain a standalone bill, despite previous attempts to merge it with the market structure bill. Since it already passed the Senate, the bill only needs to pass the final House vote to head to President Trump’s desk. Despite the legislative uncertainty, the crypto market continues to recover from yesterday’s drop, with Bitcoin (BTC) holding the $119,000 area as support.

Dogecoin started a fresh increase above the $0.20 zone against the US Dollar. DOGE is now consolidating and might aim for a move above $0.2120. DOGE price started a fresh increase above the $0.1880 and $0.20 levels. The price is trading above the $0.20 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a bullish trend line forming with support at $0.2060 on the hourly chart of the DOGE/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The price could start a fresh rally if it clears the $0.2120 and $0.2180 resistance levels. Dogecoin Price Eyes More Gains Dogecoin price started a fresh increase from the $0.1880 zone, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. DOGE was able to climb above the $0.1950 and $0.200 resistance levels. The bulls even pushed the price above the $0.2120 resistance. Finally, the price traded close to the $0.2220 resistance. A high was formed at $0.2205 and the price is now correcting gains. There was a move below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $0.1885 swing low to the $0.2205 high. Dogecoin price is now trading above the $0.2020 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. Besides, there is a bullish trend line forming with support at $0.2060 on the hourly chart of the DOGE/USD pair. Immediate resistance on the upside is near the $0.2120 level. The first major resistance for the bulls could be near the $0.2150 level. The next major resistance is near the $0.2220 level. A close above the $0.2220 resistance might send the price toward the $0.2320 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $0.250 level. The next major stop for the bulls might be $0.2650. Downside Correction In DOGE? If DOGE’s price fails to climb above the $0.2120 level, it could start a downside correction. Initial support on the downside is near the $0.2060 level or the trend line zone. The next major support is near the $0.2040 level or the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $0.1885 swing low to the $0.2205 high. The main support sits at $0.20. If there is a downside break below the $0.20 support, the price could decline further. In the stated case, the price might decline toward the $0.1950 level or even $0.1880 in the near term. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for DOGE/USD is now gaining momentum in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for DOGE/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $0.2060 and $0.20. Major Resistance Levels – $0.2120 and $0.2220.

Bitcoin (BTC) is showing signs of recovery following a brief market retreat triggered by the latest US Consumer Price Index (CPI) update. The asset had slipped to lows near $116,000 following inflation data. However, BTC has rebounded since, reaching $119,248 earlier today and trading at $119,187 at the time of writing, roughly 3.1% below its all-time high of $123,000 set earlier this week. While broader macroeconomic concerns are shaping price sentiment, new on-chain metrics from the mining sector are drawing attention. A CryptoQuant analyst has watched miner activity closely, as some key indicators suggest that miners may be preparing to sell. This development could influence short-term price action, though the broader outlook for Bitcoin remains largely unchanged, according to the analyst. Bitcoin Miner Behavior Points to Short-Term Pressures CryptoQuant contributor Avocado Onchain highlighted in a recent post that the Miner Position Index (MPI) has jumped to 2.7. This index compares the amount of Bitcoin being moved by miners to exchanges with the historical one-year average. A high MPI reading generally implies increased selling intent, as miners move assets to trading platforms. Avocado noted that the current reading may indicate mild selling pressure, which could contribute to a near-term correction or sideways trading pattern. However, he also emphasized that the current MPI value is still far from the elevated levels typically observed at market cycle peaks. The analyst suggested that this activity may be part of a recurring intra-cycle trend in which brief corrections are followed by further upward movement. He advised that it remains uncertain whether this miner activity marks a one-off event or signals a larger selling wave. Either scenario may affect short-term volatility, but not necessarily the broader trajectory. Network Flows Support the Data Trend In a separate analysis, CryptoQuant contributor Arab Chain examined the implications of increased miner activity. According to their findings, network data reveals a noticeable uptick in miner-related movements, levels last seen in November 2024. Arab Chain explained that while miner activity on the blockchain is rising, this alone doesn’t confirm sales unless Bitcoin is transferred to exchanges. To further validate the outlook, Arab Chain analyzed platform inflow data. They observed a correlation between BTC transfers to exchanges and Bitcoin’s recent climb above $116,000. This movement may indicate that miners view current prices as favorable for selling, possibly to cover operational costs or secure liquidity. The data also hints at miners anticipating a potential correction, which could drive more transfers and further market fluctuations. They concluded that the extent of any correction would largely depend on whether this wave of miner activity persists. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

XRP price started a fresh increase and traded above the $3.020 zone. The price is now consolidating gains and might continue to rise above the $3.10 support zone. XRP price started a fresh increase above the $3.020 zone. The price is now trading above $2.950 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at $2.950 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start another increase if it stays above the $2.880 zone. XRP Price Eyes More Upsides XRP price started a fresh increase after it settled above the $2.840 level, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The price was able to climb above the $2.950 resistance level. The bulls remained in action and the price gained pace for a move above $3.00 barrier. Finally, the price tested the $3.10 zone. A high was formed at $3.10 and the price is now consolidating gains. There was a move below the $3.050 level. The price dipped below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $2.660 swing low to the $3.10 high. The price is now trading above $2.950 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. On the upside, the price might face resistance near the $3.020 level. The first major resistance is near the $3.050 level. A clear move above the $3.050 resistance might send the price toward the $3.10 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $3.120 resistance or even $3.150 in the near term. The next major hurdle for the bulls might be near the $3.20 zone. Downside Break? If XRP fails to clear the $3.00 resistance zone, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2.950 level and the trend line zone. The trend line is close to the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $2.660 swing low to the $3.10 high. The next major support is near the $2.880 level. If there is a downside break and a close below the $2.880 level, the price might continue to decline toward the $2.840 support. The next major support sits near the $2.750 zone. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for XRP/USD is now gaining pace in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for XRP/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $2.950 and $2.840. Major Resistance Levels – $3.00 and $3.10.

Bitcoin (BTC) is currently stabilizing within the $116,000 to $120,000 range. However, fresh liquidity totalling $2 billion in stablecoins could help propel the flagship cryptocurrency to new all-time highs (ATHs). Bitcoin To Benefit From Fresh Liquidity According to a CryptoQuant Quicktake post by contributor Amr Taha, more than $2 billion worth of stablecoins – primarily Tether (USDT) – were deposited into major derivatives trading platforms earlier today. Taha believes that this surge in inflows signals increased appetite for leveraged positions among seasoned traders, many of whom are anticipating a potential breakout in BTC’s price. Notably, this fresh batch of USDT was minted by Tether Treasury, suggesting institutional demand is driving the activity. Historically, large-scale stablecoin inflows have preceded bullish market momentum, as traders often use them to open long positions on Bitcoin and altcoin futures and perpetual contracts. Rapid stablecoin deposits into derivatives exchanges often act as a leading indicator for major price rallies. Meanwhile, fellow CryptoQuant contributor TraderOasis pointed to rising Open Interest, noting that it is increasing alongside BTC’s price – a classic signal of strong bullish sentiment. To explain, rising open interest in tandem with a rising Bitcoin price typically signals increasing market participation and bullish sentiment, as more traders are opening positions expecting further upside. However, it can also indicate a buildup of leverage, which may lead to heightened volatility or a sharp correction if sentiment shifts. The analyst also highlighted the Coinbase Premium Index, which remains above zero – a sign that US-based buyers are paying a premium over global spot prices. They added that the indicator is currently within a ‘Breaker’ structure, sharing the following chart for context. TraderOasis noted that while BTC price is rising, the Coinbase Premium Index indicator has remained relatively flat. The analyst explained: This suggests to me that major players are taking profits. If the descending trend structure I marked with an arrow is broken, the price is likely to rise much more strongly. On the other hand, if the indicator drops below the ‘0’ level, I may consider it a buying signal, as we are still in a macro bullish market. Short-Term Pullback For BTC? While the $2 billion stablecoin injection is likely to act as a bullish catalyst for BTC and the broader crypto market, some exchange data suggests a potential short-term pullback before the next leg up. For instance, BTC deposits to exchanges spiked after the digital asset hit a recent high around $123,000 – a pattern that often precedes local tops and is typically followed by a price correction. That said, despite recent profit-taking, BTC has not experienced a major price drop, pointing to robust underlying demand. At press time, BTC trades at $119,171, up 2.4% in the past 24 hours.

Ethereum price started a fresh increase above the $3,220 zone. ETH is now consolidating gains and might correct lower toward the $3,220 zone. Ethereum started a fresh increase above the $3,150 level. The price is trading near $3,250 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at $3,300 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it remains supported above the $3,220 zone in the near term. Ethereum Price Extends Gains Above $3,300 Ethereum price started a fresh increase above the $3,000 zone, outperforming Bitcoin. ETH price gained pace for a move above the $3,050 resistance zone and entered a positive zone. The bulls even pumped the price above $3,250. Finally, it tested the $3,420 zone. A high was formed at $3,423 and the price is now consolidating gains above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $2,935 swing low to the $3,423 high. Ethereum price is now trading above $3,300 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is also a key bullish trend line forming with support at $3,300 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. On the upside, the price could face resistance near the $3,350 level. The next key resistance is near the $3,400 level. The first major resistance is near the $3,420 level. A clear move above the $3,420 resistance might send the price toward the $3,500 resistance. An upside break above the $3,500 resistance might call for more gains in the coming sessions. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $3,550 resistance zone or even $3,650 in the near term. Are Downsides Supported In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $3,420 resistance, it could start a downside correction. Initial support on the downside is near the $3,300 level. The first major support sits near the $3,220 zone. A clear move below the $3,220 support might push the price toward the $3,180 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $3,050 support level in the near term. The next key support sits at $3,020. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is gaining momentum in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now above the 50 zone. Major Support Level – $3,300 Major Resistance Level – $3,420

Bitcoin has begun to recover after a brief decline triggered by the latest US Consumer Price Index (CPI) data. On July 15, the asset dropped to a low of $116,000 in response to news that inflation rose to 2.7% in June, amid continued concerns over tariffs from the Trump administration. As of this writing, Bitcoin is trading at $118,439, reflecting a 1.8% gain over the past 24 hours, which suggests that some investor confidence has returned to the market despite recent volatility. This short-term rebound occurs amid increasing on-chain and market activity, which analysts are closely tracking. One such contributor, Trader Oasis, recently published an analysis on CryptoQuant outlining various indicators tied to Bitcoin’s current movement. Bitcoin Open Interest, Price Divergence, and Institutional Signals The analyst explored a range of technical and behavioral metrics, including open interest, Coinbase premium index, and funding rates, that are influencing BTC’s recent price behavior and hinting at what may lie ahead. Trader Oasis began by noting that Bitcoin’s breach of the $107,000 resistance signaled the beginning of a potential distribution phase. He pointed out that a divergence between price and open interest acted as a preliminary bullish signal, preceding the asset’s climb. The current state, where both price and open interest are rising in tandem, is seen by some as a sign of strengthening momentum in the market. He also evaluated data from the Coinbase Premium Index, which remains above zero, typically seen as an indication of institutional demand. However, Oasis observed that the indicator’s flat behavior, even as price rises, could imply large entities are securing profits. He further suggested that a breakout above the descending trend line could trigger a stronger upward move, but a fall below zero might represent a new entry signal. Regarding funding rates, he noted that the current rise reflects renewed market confidence, although it is still below previous extreme levels. This, in his view, implies that while enthusiasm exists, excessive leverage is not yet present. Profit-Taking Rises as Binance Dominates Realized Flows A separate analysis by another CryptoQuant contributor, Crazzyblockk, looked at the realized profit and loss (PnL) across centralized exchanges. According to the data, Bitcoin investors realized $9.29 billion in profits in a single day, marking a record high for such flows. This surge in realized PnL reflects widespread profit-taking in the wake of Bitcoin’s recent price rally, especially among short-term holders. On Binance specifically, the realized PnL remains below its all-time highs but has seen a rising share compared to other exchanges. Data shows that on some days, Binance’s share of realized profits has reached up to 60%, reinforcing its growing importance in shaping market behavior. Crazzyblockk concluded that this concentrated profit-taking, led by Binance users, could indicate a shift in market dynamics, noting: Binance’s increasing dominance in realized PnL flows reinforces its critical role in market sentiment and liquidity. For traders and analysts, it is crucial to closely monitor Binance’s on-chain activity alongside other exchanges to stay ahead of potential volatility. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Bitcoin price started a downside correction from the $123,200 zone. BTC is now consolidating below $120,000 and might attempt a fresh increase. Bitcoin started a fresh decline from the new all-time high near $123,200. The price is trading below $119,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There is a rising channel forming with support at $118,200 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might start another increase if it clears the $120,000 resistance zone. Bitcoin Price Hits Support Bitcoin price started a downside correction from the new all-time high at $123,200. BTC dipped below the $122,000 and $120,000 support levels to enter a short-term bearish zone. The price traded below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $108,636 swing low to the $123,140 high. However, the downside was limited and the price found support near the $115,800 zone. The bulls protected a move below $118,000. The price stayed above the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $108,636 swing low to the $123,140 high. Bitcoin is now trading below $119,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There is also a rising channel forming with support at $118,200 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. Immediate resistance on the upside is near the $119,200 level. The first key resistance is near the $119,500 level. The next resistance could be $120,000. A close above the $120,000 resistance might send the price further higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $121,200 resistance level. Any more gains might send the price toward the $122,000 level. The main target could be $123,200. More Losses In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to rise above the $120,000 resistance zone, it could continue to move down. Immediate support is near the $118,200 level and the channel. The first major support is near the $116,500 level. The next support is now near the $115,500 zone. Any more losses might send the price toward the $113,500 support in the near term. The main support sits at $110,500, below which BTC might continue to move down. Technical indicators: Hourly MACD – The MACD is now losing pace in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BTC/USD is now below the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $118,200, followed by $115,500. Major Resistance Levels – $120,000 and $122,000.

Ethereum is flashing signs of an aggressive upside move, with well-known crypto analyst Kaleo (@CryptoKaleo) forecasting what he described as a “God candle” that could propel ETH beyond the $4,000 mark within days. In a post on X, Kaleo wrote: “God candle to $4K+ this week… honestly though I wouldn’t be surprised if we see something like this play out after today’s news. Don’t let them shake you out if it happens anon. up only soon.” In Kaleo’s chart, the Ether–USDT pair is sketched inside an ascending wedge whose upper boundary has capped every rally for more than three months. That resistance line now sits near $3,000, while the lower boundary originates near $1,450 in early April and accelerates through $2,600 by late June. Ethereum Breakout Fuels $4,000 Hopes The pattern briefly failed in mid-June, when price sliced through support and bottomed near $2,100—an episode Kaleo tags “Breakdown.” Three week later the market closed decisively back above that very line, an event he annotates “Reclaim,” converting former support turned resistance back into a springboard. Candles since the reclaim have marched steadily higher, compressing volatility against the wedge’s apex until earlier this week when price punched through the ceiling at roughly $3,030. At the moment the screenshot was taken the pair traded near $3,041, and a hand-drawn white projection—labelled “Send”—plots a near-vertical advance that crests just above $4,000. The projection takes its height from the widest section of the wedge: the distance between the early-May trough and the mid-May swing high measures a little over $1,000; adding that amplitude to the breakout point delivers a classical measured-move objective in the low-$4,000s, matching Kaleo’s target. Also importantly, price has reclaimed the psychological $3,000 handle on convincing momentum, turning what had been the midpoint of the range into fresh support. Intermediate friction zones appear near $3,344–the 0.618 Fibonacci retracement also known as the “golden pocket– but the projection assumes these levels will offer little resistance should a “god candle” materialise. Kaleo’s prediction comes on the heels of a broader risk‑on backdrop: Bitcoin is accelerating towards its record high near $123,000 from last week as investors embrace a steadier macro environment. For Ether specifically, enthusiasm has been amplified by an SEC filing revealing that Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund accumulated a 9.1 percent stake in Bitmine  Immersion  Technologies, the Tom Lee‑chaired public company that has stockpiled more than 163,000 ETH—roughly half a billion dollars’ worth—as part of an aggressive Ethereum‑treasury strategy. The twin tailwinds of macro‑driven liquidity and high‑profile venture endorsement reinforce Kaleo’s thesis that a “god candle” toward the $4,000 mark could ignite before the week draws to a close. At press time, ETH traded at $3,225.

The Bitcoin price has been cooling off on low timeframes, while the altcoin markets take advantage to trend higher. The top cryptocurrency has been struggling as major holders take profit at BTC’s current level. At the time of writing, the Bitcoin price trades around $118,800 with a 2% gain over the last 24 hours and a 9% gain over the past week, according to data from CoinGecko. Conversely, Ethereum, XRP, and Dogecoin have seen gains north of 16% on similar timeframes. Bitcoin Price At Critical Levels, More Gains On The Horizon Following a major upside push from below $100,000, the Bitcoin price broke a persistent downtrend and managed to hit a fresh all-time high close to its current levels. As mentioned, a report from on-chain analytics firm Glassnode claimed an increase in profit taking from short-term holders. As these players exited the market, taking over $3.5 billion in profits in just 24 hours, the Bitcoin price lose steam and began moving sideways. While Bitcoin has been on a violent bull run, there are still fears of a major pullback from the $118,000 area to the support zone at around $110,000. However, a report from CryptoQuant, with data from top analyst Crypto Dan, suggests that the Bitcoin bull run still has some room for another leg up. As seen in the chart below, the current BTC market is nowhere near the overheated levels recorded in March and December of 2024. The CryptoQuant post stated the following, sharing an insight from Crypto Dan: (…) unlike in March and December 2024, on-chain data indicating market overheating shows that the market still hasn’t reached an overheated state. Despite the price rising even higher, the fact that overheating has significantly decreased compared to previous short-term peaks suggests that Bitcoin could continue to break all-time highs and rise significantly in the second half of 2025, leaving strong potential for growth. Bitcoin Bull Run Far From Over? In this context, and if bulls are able to sustain the momentum, Bitcoin is likely heading for higher. As NewsBTC covered earlier, a prediction from a top analyst claims that the levels of BTC adoption are unprecedented. As such, the analyst said that the ‘real Bitcoin move’ is only about to begin. The analyst stated: I have a high degree of confidence that we’ll see $400k by the end of this year. This target might be too conservative. Cover image from ChatGPT, BTCUSD chart from Tradingview

A well-known crypto whale has made a big move against Ethereum, opening a $62.42 million short position using 18x leverage. The trader, identified by the wallet address “0x2258…”, is betting heavily that ETH won’t climb anytime soon—and so far, the gamble is paying off. Based on blockchain data monitored via Hyperdash, the whale shorted 20,474 ETH at an entry point of $3,060. As ETH has been trading at levels lower than $3,000 at the time of writing, the whale is already enjoying an unrealized profit of approximately $1.14 million, or returns of 30%. Ethereum Under Pressure Below $3,500 The liquidation value of the position is at $3,505 — near where ETH traded previously in January 2025. That point is now serving as very powerful resistance. If the price exceeds that level, the position stands to be completely liquidated. Despite that narrow buffer, the trader seems confident. The use of 18x leverage suggests a high-conviction call that ETH will drop further or, at the very least, won’t bounce past that resistance level in the short term. This kind of heavy shorting is raising eyebrows in a market that’s still undecided on whether Ethereum can regain bullish momentum alongside Bitcoin. Track Record Of Outsmarting James Wynn This isn’t the first time “0x2258…” has stepped in with bold trades. The wallet has gained a reputation for taking positions that go directly against crypto influencer James Wynn—often with profitable results. Back in May, Wynn went long on ETH and Bitcoin. Almost immediately, 0x2258 shorted both. When Wynn closed his positions, 0x2258 did the same and walked away with $1.36 million. The next day, as Wynn flipped bearish, 0x2258 went long and bagged another $2.54 million. The back-and-forth continued. By May 26, the whale had locked in $5.6 million in profits in just three days. Since then, the strategy has snowballed into more than $15 million in realized gains, most of it from flipping against Wynn’s positions. Big Bet Reflects Uncertainty In ETH’s Path While Bitcoin continues to break through key resistance zones, Ethereum seems stuck in a tougher fight. Traders like 0x2258 appear to believe that ETH lacks the strength right now to push past the $3,500 level. Still, shorting with this level of leverage is a double-edged sword. If ETH bounces sharply, traders like 0x2258 could get caught in a squeeze, forced to buy back in at a loss—driving the price up even faster. So far, though, the whale is winning again. Whether it ends in another multi-million-dollar gain or a hard reset depends on what ETH does next. For now, the market is waiting to see what happens next. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView

⚠️ DXY Dólar Americano em Ciclo de Fraqueza Estrutural Segundo Crescat Capital Cotação atual do DXY: 98,63 A análise gráfica histórica do índice do dólar (DXY) reforça o cenário apontado por especialistas da Crescat Capital: o fortalecimento recente do dólar é apenas um movimento de curto prazo dentro de um ciclo estrutural de baixa. No gráfico enviado, podemos observar três grandes ciclos do dólar desde a década de 1970: 1º Ciclo (anos 80/90): forte tendência de queda após picos. 2º Ciclo (anos 2000): novo ciclo de baixa após alta prolongada. 3º Ciclo (atual): mostra sinais claros de reversão para uma tendência de baixa nos próximos anos, acompanhando a queda no índice de variação acumulada em 10 anos (rolling change). O recente movimento do DXY tocando a linha de suporte ascendente (seta amarela no gráfico) pode indicar o fim da fase de recuperação, reforçando a expectativa de continuidade do ciclo de queda. Impactos e Expectativas para os Mercados Financeiros Dólar (USD): O ciclo de enfraquecimento estrutural indica que o dólar pode perder valor frente às principais moedas globais, afetado por déficits fiscais crescentes, inflação e políticas monetárias desafiadoras. Ouro (XAU/USD): Um dólar mais fraco é positivo para o ouro, ativo tradicionalmente visto como proteção contra desvalorização monetária e inflação. O preço do ouro, atualmente em torno de US$ 3.347, tende a ganhar suporte (zonas de oferta) e pode experimentar novas altas. Bitcoin (BTC/USD): Em cenário de fraqueza do dólar e incertezas macroeconômicas, o Bitcoin se fortalece como ativo alternativo e reserva de valor, com potencial para continuar valorizando-se. Cotado atualmente em US$ 119.231,70, o BTC tem atraído investidores institucionais e de varejo. Comentário do Analista Igor Pereira – Membro Junior WallStreet NYSE

💶 Análise Técnica do EUR/USD: Pressão Vendedora Aumenta Após Perda da Zona de Suporte Crítica BMS 📊 Contexto Técnico Atual O par EUR/USD rompeu abaixo da zona crítica (Break Market Structure) de suporte entre 1.1600 e 1.1580, consolidando um movimento de pressão vendedora que vem se intensificando nas últimas sessões europeias e americanas. Com a quebra dessa faixa técnica, os ursos (vendedores) ganharam tração e aumentam a possibilidade de continuidade do movimento de queda. 🔍 Níveis Técnicos Relevantes Zona quebrada: 1.1600–1.1580 Confirmação de tendência abaixo: 1.1590 Próximos alvos de queda: 🎯 1.1558 – suporte intermediário 🎯 1.1540 – mínima de suporte técnico anterior 🎯 1.1480 – BOS Minor Se o preço se mantiver abaixo de 1.1590, esses níveis se tornam objetivos técnicos prováveis para o curto prazo. ⚠️ O que esperar a seguir? Caso o EUR/USD continue sustentando candles abaixo de 1.1580, o momentum negativo deve persistir, podendo acelerar a queda rumo a 1.1540 e 1.1480, especialmente se o Dollar Index (DXY) continuar fortalecido. Por outro lado, um fechamento diário (D1) acima de 1.1600 poderia invalidar o cenário de curto prazo e indicar uma possível retomada de força compradora. 🧠 Comentário do Analista 📈 Impacto no Mercado Cambial Dólar (DXY): Fortalecimento técnico acima de 98.70 amplia expectativa de valorização do USD contra pares principais. Euro: Pressionado por expectativas de juros estáveis e riscos fiscais internos (Itália, França). Ativos correlacionados: Pressão adicional sobre metais preciosos e moedas emergentes. 📢 Siga as atualizações e relatórios completos em nosso portal para acompanhar a continuidade desse movimento e oportunidades de entrada técnica com gerenciamento de risco.

Bitcoin Dominance (BTC.D) has hit a critical turning point after getting sharply rejected from a TSDT resistance level that previously marked the start of a massive altcoin season. As the market reacts to this technical signal, analysts are closely watching for signs that a new altcoin season could be underway—one that could potentially mirror the explosive shift seen in 2021. Bitcoin Dominance Chart Signals Repeat Of 2021 Altcoin Season A new crypto analysis by market expert Tony Severino, posted on X social media on July 15, reveals that Bitcoin Dominance has once again faced a sharp rejection from the crucial TSDT resistance area near 65%. This level represents a technical ceiling that previously triggered a complete rotation of capital from BTC to alternative cryptocurrencies, fueling the famous altcoin season in early 2021. The analyst’s monthly chart shows Bitcoin Dominance steadily climbing from mid-2022, peaking at around 65% in July 2025 before being rejected. This behavior mirrors the price action observed in late 2020 to early 2021, when BTC.D also reached this zone, got rejected, and then plunged—triggering a full-blown altcoin rally. Currently, Severino’s chart shows that Bitcoin Dominance sits at approximately 64.07%, just under the TDST resistance at 63.83%, with a notable candle forming after a strong uptrend. The analyst has indicated that if history repeats itself in this current cycle, it may result in a similar capital inflow into altcoins, possibly igniting the next altseason. Furthermore, the chart outlines key technical thresholds, including the TDST resistance, a TDST risk around 57.11%, and TDST support down at 40.08%. A decline toward these lower levels would indicate a significant drop in BTC dominance and further reinforce a pro-altcoin environment. Altcoin Supercycle Incoming Crypto analyst Merlijn The Trader has also shared insight on the possibility of an explosive altcoin season this bull cycle. The analyst stated on X that a historical pattern between the US Dollar Index (DXY) and Bitcoin Dominance appears to be repeating, signaling the beginning of a new altcoin supercycle. According to his chart, three major DXY bull traps have been identified since 2016, each followed by a dramatic decline in BTC.D and a strong rally in the altcoin market. The first two DXY bull traps, which occurred around 2017 and 2020, both triggered significant breakdowns in BTC.D—plunging from over 90% to around 35% in 2018, and again in 2021. These breakdowns marked the start of powerful runs, now recognized by the analyst as altcoin supercycles. The current market structure now suggests that the next leg lower could be imminent, with BTC.D beginning to trend downward again. If history repeats itself, this setup implies a weakening dollar, declining Bitcoin Dominance, and the potential for altcoins to outperform significantly in the coming months.

Aclara Resources (TSX: ARA) announced Wednesday it has formed a strategic collaboration with Stanford University to accelerate the development of artificial intelligence (AI) innovations aimed at securing a sustainable supply chain for heavy rare earth elements (HREE). The Brazil-focused rare earths developer has said its Carina deposit, in the state of Goiás, could generate 191 tonnes a year of dysprosium (Dy) and terbium (Tb), heavy rare earths used in electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing. Aclara opened in April its semi-industrial heavy rare earth pilot plant, which it will use to test the production of dysprosium and terbium from ionic clay extracted from its Carina project. Key objectives The partnership has been initiated through a long-term Letter of Intent (LOI) between Aclara Technologies Inc., Aclara’s U.S.-based subsidiary, and Stanford’s Mineral-X initiative, a research initiative focused on transforming the critical minerals´ supply chain through advanced technologies, particularly AI, decision science, and data science. The agreement, the company said, establishes the foundation for a strong academic and technological alliance, aimed at leveraging advanced AI solutions to optimize the HREE supply chain from the ground up—starting with exploration and continuing through processing and supply chain integration. Aclara said the academic and technical exchange between researchers and professionals from both institutions is focused on joint development of AI-powered predictive models to better understand and target REE mineralization in regolith and ionic clays. Aclara, which updated last year the preliminary economic assessment for its regolith-hosted ion adsorption clay project, pegs its net present value at $1.5 billion, using an 8% discount rate, and an internal rate of return (IRR) of 27% over the 22-year mine life. The research begins a roadmap for a long-term strategic alliance, including future R&D initiatives and pilot projects, the company said. “This partnership with Stanford’s Mineral-X reinforces our commitment to innovation and leadership in the global rare earth supply chain,” Aclara CEO Ramón Barúa said in a news release. “By embedding Aclara into Silicon Valley’s innovation ecosystem and combining our expertise in heavy rare earths with Mineral- X’s advanced AI technologies, we aim to jointly develop smarter, cleaner, and more secure solutions that strengthen the resilience of alternative supply chains.” “The world-class data science & geoscience team at Aclara…brings the highest professional experience in REE exploration & resource appraisal and Mineral-X is looking forward to pushing the boundary on the predictive capacity of the human-in-loop data science and AI, thereby making the exploration enterprise more efficient, more targeted and less expensive,“ Jef Caers, founder of Mineral-X and Professor of Earth & Planetary Sciences at the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability said in the statement. Aclara has said it plans to begin rare earths production in Brazil in 2027.

The on-chain analytics firm Glassnode has pointed out how $136,000 could be the next price level of importance for Bitcoin, if current momentum continues. This Bitcoin Short-Term Holder Cost Basis Level Is Situated At $136,000 In a new thread on X, Glassnode has discussed what a few different on-chain indicators suggest regarding where Bitcoin is in the current cycle. The first metric shared by the analytics firm is the Short-Term Holder (STH) Cost Basis, which measures the average acquisition price of the investors who purchased their coins within the past 155 days. Below is a chart showing the trend in this metric over the last couple of years. As displayed in the graph, the Bitcoin price broke above the STH Cost Basis earlier in the year and has since remained above the line, indicating the STHs as a whole have been in a state of net profit. In the same chart, the analytics firm has also marked a few other levels, each corresponding to a specific standard deviation (SD) from the STH Cost Basis. With the recent price surge to a new all-time high (ATH) above $123,000, BTC was able to breach the +1 SD level, which has historically corresponded to heated market conditions. After the pullback, though, the coin has returned below the mark, but still remains close to it. “If this momentum continues, the next key level is $136k (2 +std), a zone that has historically marked elevated profit-taking and local market peaks,” explains Glassnode. While Bitcoin is still not overheated from the perspective of the STH Cost Basis model, other indicators paint a different picture. The STH Supply In Profit, an indicator tracking the percentage of the cohort’s supply that’s sitting on some gain, has recently surged far above the 88% threshold that has separated high-risk euphoric phases. Another metric, measuring the percentage of STH volume that’s leading to profit realization, also similarly saw a jump significantly above the historical overheated cutoff of 62%. “Such spikes often occur multiple times in bull markets, but repeated signals at these levels typically precede local tops and warrant caution,” notes the analytics firm. During this spike of profit-taking, the ratio between the profit and loss being realized by the Bitcoin STHs spiked to a 7-day exponential moving average (EMA) value of 39.8. This is a value that’s, once again, extreme by historical standards. That said, spikes like this have generally occurred multiple times over the course of a cycle, before a top is finally attained. “Historically, cycle tops follow with a lag, leaving room for further upside,” says Glassnode. “However, risk is elevated and the market becomes increasingly sensitive to external shocks. The current pullback aligns with this pattern.” BTC Price At the time of writing, Bitcoin is floating around $118,800, up more than 8% in the last seven days.

Log in to today's North American session recap for the July 15, 2025. Some of yesterday's move in the Dollar Index has been undone by some heavy USD selling after Israel attacked Syria amid some rising tensions between Druze-Militias and the Syrian Government Forces. It seems that a ceasefire has currently been reached, calmying the tensions – This is however a story to follow for the upcoming days. US Producer Price Index data had been released just before the intensification of the Middle East turmoil and had previously led to some more USD buying – The report was pretty positive as PPI came out unchanged vs a revised + 0.3% release from last month and a 0.2% rise expected. FED Chair Jerome Powell is also speaking right now for those interested. A bizarre reaction from the US Dollar at the attacks Opinions are the authors'; not necessarily that of OANDA Business Information & Services, Inc. or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, officers or directors. The provided publication is for informational and educational purposes only. If you would like to reproduce or redistribute any of the content found on MarketPulse, an award winning forex, commodities and global indices analysis and news site service produced by OANDA Business Information & Services, Inc., please refer to the MarketPulse Terms of Use. Visit https://www.marketpulse.com/ to find out more about the beat of the global markets. © {CURRENT_YEAR} OANDA Business Information & Services Inc.

✴️ Bitcoin Pode Atingir US$ 150.000 em 6 Meses, Segundo Fox Business A Fox Business discutiu recentemente a possibilidade de o Bitcoin (BTC/USD) atingir US$ 150.000 nos próximos seis meses, chamando o momento atual de "era dourada dos ativos digitais". A expectativa reflete um cenário de forte desvalorização do dólar, entrada massiva de capital institucional e crescente aceitação regulatória. 📈 Fatores que Suportam a Projeção 🔹 Oferta Reduzida (Supply Shock): Após o halving, mineradores estão entregando cada vez menos BTC ao mercado, enquanto ETFs, fundos e empresas seguem comprando agressivamente. A Bitwise afirmou que o mercado vive um desequilíbrio entre alta demanda institucional e baixa emissão de novos bitcoins. 🔹 Adoção Corporativa: Com a GameStop e outras companhias discutindo alocação em BTC como proteção contra inflação, a visão de longo prazo sobre o ativo se fortalece. ETFs como o IBIT da BlackRock já superam US$ 76 bilhões em ativos, sinalizando aceitação em larga escala. 🔹 Política Fiscal Americana: O avanço do projeto de lei fiscal conhecido como "One Big Beautiful Bill" intensifica o déficit público dos EUA, o que aumenta a impressão de dólares e favorece ativos escassos como Bitcoin e ouro. 🔹 Cenário Macroeconômico Global: O aumento dos juros longos nos EUA e a pressão sobre o Dólar (DXY) mostram um deslocamento do capital em busca de ativos com proteção de valor e alta performance. 💰 Preços Atualizados Bitcoin (BTC/USD): US$  119.231,70 Ouro (XAU/USD): US$  3.347 Índice Dólar (DXY): 98.02 🔍 Impacto no mercado 🟧 Bitcoin (BTC/USD) O BTC avança de forma sólida e sustentada, com forte fluxo de entrada institucional. A previsão de US$ 150.000 representa um ganho de mais de 25% em relação ao preço atual. O gráfico mostra uma tendência parabólica, com suporte em US$ 114.000 e resistência imediata em US$ 121.000. 🟡 Ouro (XAU/USD) Apesar da força do Bitcoin, o ouro segue como hedge tradicional, com suporte sólido em US$ 3.300. A Goldman Sachs reiterou sua previsão de US$ 4.000 até meados de 2026, impulsionado por compras de bancos centrais, especialmente da China. 💵 Dólar (DXY) O índice dólar permanece enfraquecido, mesmo com alta dos juros. O DXY recuou mais de 11% em seis meses, o que aumenta a demanda por ativos alternativos e reforça a tese de desdolarização global. 🧠 Conclusão do Analista Igor Pereira 📌 Fique por dentro das análises completas no ExpertFX. Sinais, projeções e leituras institucionais todos os dias.

Aura Minerals (TSX: ORA) (NASDAQ: AUGO) had a mixed US listing debut on Wednesday, with the stock trading within a close range of $23.50 and $24.80 on the NASDAQ, having opened the session at $24.50. Earlier this month, the Florida-headquartered copper-gold miner announced plans for an initial public offering in the US. Its SEC filing shows that the company was looking to sell 8.1 million shares. On Tuesday, July 15, it priced the IPO at $24.25 a share, for a capital raise of $196 million. Towards Wednesday’s close, Aura’s stock traded at $23.96 a share, with an estimated market capitalization of $1.8 billion. Meanwhile, its Toronto-listed shares fell 7.5% lower to about C$32.80, for a C$2.4 billion market capitalization. Despite this drop, the company’s share value in Canada has nearly doubled this year owing to elevated gold prices. Enhanced liquidity Apart from diversifying its shareholder base, Aura said the new listing would allow the company to boost the liquidity of its common shares. Exchange data shows that the offering was almost four times oversubscribed. The company also plans to move its primary listing to the US from the TSX within the next 30 days. As previously stated, Aura will use the US listing proceeds to advance its Americas-based mining business, including funding its acquisition of Mineração Serra Grande (MSG), holder of the Serra Grande gold mine in Brazil, from AngloGold Ashanti. That transaction, announced in early June, is expected to close next month, Aura’s CEO Rodrigo Barbosa said in an interview with Bloomberg, adding that the company would not require further funding to complete the deal. “Our NASDAQ listing aims to enhance liquidity and attract US investors while funding strategic growth. Proceeds will advance key projects like Era Dorada and Matupá, support the acquisition of MSG, and provide financial flexibility for additional capital investments and accretive opportunities,” Barbosa told Mining.com in an emailed statement. Serra Grande would complement Aura’s existing portfolio of assets in Mexico, Honduras, Colombia and Brazil. Last year, the company produced 267,232 oz. of gold equivalent from these operations and is expecting 266,000 to 300,000 oz. this year. The US public offering comes amid a wave of mining companies looking to secure higher valuations and tap deeper capital markets, leveraging the favourable market environment for gold and critical minerals such as copper. Also on Wednesday, Botswana-focused copper-nickel developer NexMetals Mining made its NASDAQ debut.

Bitcoin spent about nine months stuck below $110 K before finally pushing past that ceiling this month. The move up to $123,000 shows real buying power. According to EliteOptionsTrader, a crypto expert, many investors see this as the start of something bigger. Key Catalysts Driving The Surge Based on examination by EliteOptionsTrader, one of the biggest factors is the potential approval of a spot Ethereum ETF. Bitcoin’s own ETFs have pulled in billions from major institutions, and a greenlight for Ethereum could send more money into crypto overall, lifting Bitcoin further. The US election is now behind us, and talk of Federal Reserve rate cuts in late 2025 is fueling bets on a weaker dollar. Many traders view Bitcoin as a shield against political or economic swings. At the same time, hedge funds, sovereign wealth funds, and pension plans hold only small slices of Bitcoin so far. If they decide to jump in, that could push prices even higher. Long Base Could Support Further Gains Bitcoin’s lengthy base under $110K sets a solid foundation. Breakouts after long periods of sideways action often lead to steep rallies. Still, it’s normal for prices to dip back toward the breakout zone. A pullback to around $115K–$118K could happen before any major surge. Traders will be watching support at $118K and resistance near $125K. Brewing Institutional FOMO Even after the rally, big players have only dipped their toes in. EliteOptionsTrader notes that a major allocation wave—from a large pension fund or insurance giant—could trigger fresh price discovery. And let’s not forget the April 2024 halving, which cut Bitcoin’s daily issuance by half. That supply shock often takes several months to show its full effect, but we’re seeing demand tick up already. Even with a strong start, the path up isn’t without hazards. Sharp corrections of 10%–20% are part of crypto’s genes. Any surprise rules from major markets could stall this run. On Cautious Optimism And Targets If Bitcoin can clear $127K, the odds of a parabolic move rise sharply. Based on analysis by EliteOptionsTrader, a test of $150K in the next few weeks looks within reach. That said, aiming for $250K by year end will require all these factors to line up without a single major setback. Bitcoin’s latest breakout feels exciting, but traders should keep a close eye on how it handles new support levels. Riding the trend can pay off, yet managing risk is just as important as spotting the next high. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView

The US Dollar has stayed firmly at the top of the FX leaderboard since last week, extending its rally on the back of resilient macro data and cautious risk sentiment. North American Equity indices, meanwhile, have started to show signs of hesitation as geopolitical tensions rise—especially with renewed tariff discussions weighing on global trade expectations. Both US and Canadian CPI figures came in broadly as expected, which should keep the Fed and the Bank of Canada comfortably on hold for now. As a result, the USD and CAD have both gained ground relative to other majors, supported by stable rate outlooks and a still-robust domestic backdrop. There has also been a recent development in the Middle East with Israel attacking positions in Syria after ongoing conflicts between Syrian and Druze Militias which may continue to generate a rise in the Greenback. Looking ahead, markets are bracing for a period of elevated uncertainty. With geopolitical risks flaring and few clear monetary policy drivers on the horizon, FX and risk assets may enter a more defensive phase over the coming weeks. Read More: Ethereum takes the hand as Bitcoin finds its local top Opinions are the authors'; not necessarily that of OANDA Business Information & Services, Inc. or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, officers or directors. The provided publication is for informational and educational purposes only. If you would like to reproduce or redistribute any of the content found on MarketPulse, an award winning forex, commodities and global indices analysis and news site service produced by OANDA Business Information & Services, Inc., please refer to the MarketPulse Terms of Use. Visit https://www.marketpulse.com/ to find out more about the beat of the global markets. © {CURRENT_YEAR} OANDA Business Information & Services Inc.

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The past week has been nothing short of interesting for XRP. Notably, the cryptocurrency has been on an extended run of increases in the past seven days, which saw it momentarily touch the $3 price level for the first time in months. This interesting move came after reports broke of the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s approval of the ProShares Ultra XRP ETF, which allowed XRP to extend its upward movement. However, this momentum didn’t just affect price; it also had major effects on XRP’s standing in the overall crypto market. XRP Becomes Top 3 Crypto The SEC’s decision to approve the ProShares Ultra XRP ETF, which offers 2x daily exposure through futures contracts, is an interesting milestone for XRP. After years of legal scrutiny and uncertainty, especially following the SEC’s 2020 lawsuit against Ripple, the ETF approval is a remarkable change in the SEC’s stance with XRP. It shows that XRP has not only survived the challenges but has also earned a place in the next phase of institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies. After news of the ProShares ETF approval, XRP rallied sharply and outperformed many other top assets on both the daily and weekly timeframes. This surge came as a continuation of bullish momentum already building from Bitcoin’s recent breakout to new all-time highs above $122,000. However, even while Bitcoin corrected back to below $118,000, XRP managed to keep up with the pace of inflows. At the time of writing, XRP is up by about 25.7% in a seven-day timeframe. This notable increase has allowed its market cap to increase to $173.4 billion, effectively overtaking that of Tether USDT’s market cap of $159.8 billion. This means that XRP is now back to being the third-biggest cryptocurrency by market cap and it is now closing in on Ethereum in rankings. Can The Altcoin Flip ETH? XRP’s climb past USDT in market capitalization reflects both a solid price surge and its strength in the crypto market. The next target on the leaderboard, however, is much more formidable. To flip ETH in market cap, XRP would need to more than double from its current $173.46 billion to exceed Ethereum’s $381.13 billion. Assuming the current circulating supply of 59.13 billion XRP tokens is kept at this level, this translates to a required price of roughly $6.60 per XRP in order to reach a $381.13 billion market cap. XRP overtaking ETH would also be somewhat of a hard task, considering the fact that ETH has also kept up interesting price gains in the past few days. Particularly, the leading altcoin is also up by about 20.2% in the past seven days. Ethereum’s price performance can be attributed to the steady inflows into Spot Ethereum ETFs, which have witnessed $1.55 billion inflows in July. However, XRP still has a chance of overtaking Ethereum, especially when a Spot XRP ETF is approved by the SEC. An important moment could happen on July 25, when the SEC is expected to decide on the REX-Osprey XRP ETF, which is a spot-based ETF. Some analysts believe XRP’s price could skyrocket toward $1,000 under a scenario of full-scale institutional adoption. If that vision materializes, XRP wouldn’t just surpass Ethereum; it would be positioned to compete with Bitcoin in market cap. At the time of writing, XRP is trading at $2.93.

U.S. stock indexes turned negative on Wednesday after Bloomberg News reported, citing a White House official, that President Donald Trump might soon fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. President Trump responded swiftly when asked by denying that he plans to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Trump called the reports untrue, saying, "I don’t rule out anything, but it’s highly unlikely unless he has to leave for fraud." This comment referred to recent criticism from the White House and Republican lawmakers over cost overruns in the $2.5 billion renovation of the Fed’s historic headquarters in Washington. The impact of this saw stocks whipsaw with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones recovering the initial losses following the Bloomberg report. close Source: TradingView (click to enlarge) Source: TradingView (click to enlarge) Follow Zain on Twitter/X for Additional Market News and Insights @zvawda Opinions are the authors'; not necessarily that of OANDA Business Information & Services, Inc. or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, officers or directors. The provided publication is for informational and educational purposes only. If you would like to reproduce or redistribute any of the content found on MarketPulse, an award winning forex, commodities and global indices analysis and news site service produced by OANDA Business Information & Services, Inc., please refer to the MarketPulse Terms of Use. Visit https://www.marketpulse.com/ to find out more about the beat of the global markets. © {CURRENT_YEAR} OANDA Business Information & Services Inc.

Analysts at Citigroup see silver prices rallying beyond $40 an ounce in the coming months due to tightening physical supplies and growing investment demand. In a note published Wednesday, analysts led by Max Layton raised their three-month silver price forecast from $38 to $40, citing the metal’s strong fundamentals. They also upgraded silver’s longer-term outlook, with a price target of $43 for the next six to 12 months. “We expect silver availability to tighten on consecutive years of deficit, sticky stockholders requiring higher prices to sell, and robust investment demand,” the Citi analysts wrote. Silver has risen by more than 30% this year, outpacing its sister metal gold, as investors seek to expand their exposure to safe-haven assets in the midst of a global trade war. About half of silver’s gains were recorded in June, during which the metal surpassed $39 an ounce for the first time since 2011 and ended the month 10% higher. Click on chart for live prices. Commenting on the recent silver price rally, Citi analysts emphasized that it is “not just a catch-up trade to gold” but also a reflection of strong silver fundamentals. Silver will also advance “on the back of Fed cuts,” the Citi analysts said, referring to expected monetary-policy easing by the US Federal Reserve. Gold warning While a potential monetary easing would also support gold, Citi is more cautious on the traditional safe-haven metal, which has rallied over 27% in 2025 on strong central bank buying and exchange-traded fund inflows. “We continue to highlight our view that we may have seen gold price highs,” the analysts wrote in the note, referencing the record high of $3,500 an ounce achieved back in April. The anticipated pullback in gold, as outlined in the bank’s June report, stems from weakening investment demand, improving economic prospects and anticipated US interest rate cuts. As such, the bank is maintaining its forecast of gold consolidating above $3,000 over the upcoming quarter before declining below that level next year. In the second half of 2026, analysts including Layton are predicting gold to fall further into the $2,500-$2,700 range.