The winter winds are blowing on crypto with negative ETF fund flows and the dilemma of the U.S. Federal Reserve
The cryptocurrency markets experienced a sharp decline today, with deep negative sentiment that was not just ordinary fluctuations but a direct response to the mounting macroeconomic pressures. Data from SoSoValue and CoinGlass revealed a massive outflow of capital from Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds in the United States, exceeding hundreds of millions of dollars. This capital bleed is a clear indicator that institutional investors are choosing to reduce their risk exposure amid the growing uncertainty in global financial markets. In this atmosphere, the cautious optimism that previously prevailed seems to have evaporated, replaced by a deep sense of hesitation and fear, as confirmed by analytical reports indicating that the market is entering its longest period of indecision in history. This phase is not a period of stagnation but a time of extreme hedging, where major players are awaiting any clear signals to determine the next direction, especially since the market is anxiously anticipating the results of the U.S. Federal Reserve meeting and the expectations of its chairman's upcoming speech regarding the path of interest rates. These expectations play a crucial role, as any hint of a tight monetary policy or keeping rates elevated for a longer period increases the attractiveness of the U.S. dollar and reduces interest in high-risk alternative assets like cryptocurrencies. This interconnection between U.S. monetary policy and the crypto market solidifies the positions of Bitcoin and Ethereum as assets strongly tied to global liquidity and general risk sentiment. The scene is further complicated by the collapse of financing rates in cryptocurrency derivatives, reaching their lowest levels in three years—a phenomenon that cannot be overlooked. Low financing rates suggest that traders are avoiding high leverage to enter long-term buy positions, reflecting a loss of confidence in the near-term bullish trend and confirming that the market is suffering from structural weakness in buying momentum. This combination of negative institutional flows, anticipation of Federal Reserve decisions, and declining enthusiasm among speculators suggests that the current correction period could be deeper and longer than many expect, necessitating more conservative investment strategies focused on intrinsic value rather than the rapid and impulsive speculation that prevailed in earlier phases.
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