According to BlockBeats, Coindesk analyst Omkar Godbole has highlighted that Bitcoin bulls are anticipating a weakening dollar to provide upward momentum for the cryptocurrency market. However, technical charts indicate caution due to potential reversal signals rooted in historical patterns. The U.S. Dollar Index is nearing a 'death cross' on the weekly chart, a traditional bearish indicator that has repeatedly marked the dollar's temporary bottom since 2009.
Godbole notes that despite the ominous name, this pattern is often a 'bear trap.' Since 2009, the death cross has appeared four times, each marking a dollar bottom and trend reversal. The most recent occurrence was in January 2021, when the dollar index bottomed near 90 and subsequently rose, reaching a peak above 114 in September 2022. It is important to recognize that price patterns do not always unfold as expected, and the impending death cross may not necessarily trap bears again. Understanding this historical trend can aid traders in managing their positions more effectively.
