“Fearsome Data” exceeds expectations with a rebound, cryptocurrency prices diverge from US stocks—exercise caution when chasing gains! 1.15 Bitcoin Auntie’s Strategy

Although affected by the government shutdown, data shows that American consumers are still actively spending during the promotional season, and the spending power of the wealthy continues to support the resilience of the overall US economy… Yesterday, the Supreme Court did not rule on the legality of tariffs for Trump’s administration and postponed the decision. Trump stated that after the tariff investigation concludes, any chips imported into the US that are not used for the domestic AI industry will be subject to a 25% tariff. Last year, Trump said that companies increasing investment in the US would be exempt from chip tariffs, but he did not mention this potential exemption on Wednesday.

The short entry points given yesterday during the day could only yield small profits. In the evening, Bitcoin rebounded strongly after retail sales exceeded expectations, but Ethereum only reached its intraday high. It’s worth noting that US stocks have diverged from cryptocurrency prices for two consecutive days. The price increase without a corresponding decline indicates capital-driven movement. Without positive news, everyone should be cautious when chasing gains! The midnight short position is still held, and friends who follow along may consider a break-even stop-loss!

1.15 Short Entry Strategy:

Bitcoin at 97,000-97,500, enter a short position; conservative traders can enter at 98,000-98,500, with a stop around 99,550. Targets are around 96,500-96,000-95,500; if broken, look at 95,000-94,500-94,000, and continue to move stop-loss accordingly based on situation!

Ethereum at 3,350-3,380, with a stop around 3,450; targets are around 3,300-3,250-3,200; if broken, look at 3,150-3,100, and continue to move stop-loss accordingly based on situation!

1.15 Long Entry Strategy:

Bitcoin retraced to 92,000-92,500, buy one lot; stop around 91,000; targets are around 93,500-94,000; if broken, look at 94,500-95,000.

Ethereum retraced to 3,060-3,100, buy; stop around 3,020; targets are around 3,150-3,170-3,200; if broken, look at 3,250-3,270.

US stocks opened lower and declined for two days, but cryptocurrency prices moved in the opposite direction. Meanwhile, BlackRock has recently transferred large amounts of virtual currency to exchanges, suspected of market manipulation. Everyone should stay alert!