October is once again proving bullish, with the asset trading above US$118,000 and momentum building. Post-halving dynamics, strong ETF inflows, and fresh liquidity signal further upside, with analysts forecasting potential highs of US$150K–US$200K before year-end.
The U.S. government shutdown added a new layer of uncertainty to markets, driving cautious risk sentiment. Crypto has embraced Uptober, with Bitcoin rebounding above US$119K and Ethereum advancing, while ETF inflows highlighted ongoing institutional demand despite recent volatility.
Markets absorbed a crypto sell-off as the US Fed rate-cut lifted sentiment. Bitcoin bounced back to US$112K after US$285M in liquidations, as ETF flows and macro risks guide the week ahead.
Bitcoin held above US$112K, ETF flows slowed, and altcoins swung on token-specific catalysts. Meanwhile, the US Federal Reserve showed fresh division.
Institutional dip-buying and steady ETF inflows supported crypto markets after the Fed’s 0.25% cut, while resistance capped Bitcoin’s recent range.
Bitcoin pushes above US$117K as the Fed’s rate cut steadied risk appetite, with ETFs adding nearly US$600M in weekly inflows. Ethereum held its range, Solana extended gains, while altcoins diverged and global macro signals remained in focus.