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Sector momentum met macro caution last week, with Ethereum hitting its highest-ever on-chain activity as Bitcoin broke out of a tight range.
Institutional outflows and trade shocks pressured markets this week, with altcoin rallies stalling and ETF momentum fading.
Consolidation dominated markets this week, with Bitcoin range-bound between US$111K and $119K whilst spot ETF outflows indicated softer demand. Ethereum held key support as institutional interest rose, and macro data pressured sentiment.
Bitcoin held firm after last week’s US$9B sell‑off. Now Ethereum, Solana and XRP are racing ahead as capital rotates across the market.
A record close for Bitcoin and surging Ethereum ETF inflows lifted altcoins to end July on a strong note, with a busy macro calendar ahead.
ETF inflows into Ethereum hit record highs, with Solana and XRP picking up pace. Bitcoin holds steady as investors navigate macro headwinds, stalled legislation, and a busy week ahead.