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Bitcoin faces potential bearish trend as Ethereum eyes rise

EditorHari Govind
Published 2023-10-13, 12:08 p/m
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Market analysts are closely monitoring the cryptocurrency market as significant options expiries loom, potentially signaling distinct trends for Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Bitcoin's stability at $26,800 is under scrutiny with the impending expiry of 24,000 BTC options. These options carry a Put/Call Ratio of 1.23, a maximum loss point of $27,000, and a nominal value of $640 million. These factors suggest a potential downward trend for Bitcoin, which is currently trading at $26,770.

Simultaneously, 190,000 Ethereum options are set to expire. With a Put/Call Ratio of 0.71, a maximum loss point of $1,600, and a nominal value of $290 million, these indicators may signal an upward trend for Ethereum.

The put/call ratio serves as a market balance indicator predicting market trends. A ratio above 1 signifies a bearish trend while below 1 implies an upward trend. The current ratios indicate potential downward and upward shifts for Bitcoin and Ethereum respectively.

With liquidity dwindling and high put positions in Bitcoin, analysts anticipate significant market activity in the coming days. As the cryptocurrency market prepares for these crucial expiries, traders will be keeping a close eye on these key indicators to gauge future trends.

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