• Bitcoin faces tightening liquidity, leading to potential short-term price declines amid global economic shifts.  
  • A reduction in stablecoin supply is impacting Bitcoin’s liquidity, signaling increased market uncertainty.  
  • Despite current volatility, analysts predict Bitcoin could reach $135,000 within a year if crucial support holds.

Bitcoin is experiencing increased volatility as liquidity conditions continue to tighten. Analyst Cole Garner in an X post predicts a short-term decline in Bitcoin’s price, with potential significant impacts on traders and investors. On-chain data suggests that liquidity is shrinking, which could affect Bitcoin’s performance before the market sees a recovery.

1/ Liquidity on-chain is tightening: I smell capitulation incoming.

A common pre-requisite to full bull.

Lets break this down 🧵👇 pic.twitter.com/E0kXTUyTl7

— Cole Garner (@ColeGarnersTake) October 10, 2024

Liquidity Declines Amid Global Economic Shifts

Notably, recent global liquidity trends are playing a crucial role in Bitcoin’s current market behavior. Central banks, particularly in the United States and China, have made policy changes that have influenced the market. China’s decision to hold off on continuing its economic stimulus has caught traders by surprise, creating uncertainty in the crypto markets

Meanwhile, the Federal Reserve’s ongoing approach has left the market anticipating further tightening. Analyst Cole Garner has flagged a reduction in on-chain liquidity, citing central bank policies as a key driver. He highlighted that the “capitulation” phase could be imminent, as liquidity from central banks influences Bitcoin’s trajectory.

Additionally, the supply of major stablecoins, such as Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC), has been declining. This reduction in stablecoins reflects lower liquidity entering the crypto ecosystem. Garner emphasized that while Bitcoin might drop further before recovering, its overall market structure remains bullish. This signals potential long-term gains despite short-term setbacks.

Market Prepares for Possible Capitulation

According to Garner, Bitcoin could face more downward pressure before reaching its expected highs. He points to potential capitulation, a market event where investors sell off assets at a loss due to fear of further decline. 

Besides, as liquidity continues to tighten, traders may need to brace for further market drops before Bitcoin stabilizes. Garner noted that Bitcoin could revisit its range lows, a possibility that has caught many by surprise. 

However, despite these short-term risks, Bitcoin still has a bullish market structure, which indicates the possibility of future growth.

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Moreover, market experts are keeping a close eye on central bank actions, particularly in China, the U.S., and Japan. Any stimulus measures from these regions could reverse Bitcoin’s decline and bring liquidity back into the market. Garner emphasized that Bitcoin’s long-term outlook remains positive, even as it faces short-term headwinds.

Long-Term Bullish Predictions Remain in Play

Despite the current volatility, many analysts maintain that Bitcoin’s long-term potential is still intact. Veteran trader Peter Brandt recently predicted that Bitcoin could reach $135,000 within the next year if current support levels hold. 

Here is the macro picture of Bitcoin $BTC
Observations:
-Huge gains come in post-half of halving cycles
-Period since Mar 2024 appears as insignificant, brief pause in ongoing trend
-My target is $135,000 in Aug/Sep 2025
-Close below $48K negates my chart analysis pic.twitter.com/niptj2Umu7

— Peter Brandt (@PeterLBrandt) October 9, 2024

Besides, this optimism is based on the assumption that Bitcoin’s market structure will remain bullish, and that liquidity conditions will improve over time.As of now, Bitcoin is trading near $61,000, a 4% decline month-to-date. 

However, with a higher high already in place, many market participants believe that the cryptocurrency could still rally in the coming months. While short-term liquidity issues are causing concern, the long-term outlook for Bitcoin remains optimistic, with the potential for substantial gains as the market stabilizes.

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