Bitcoin rebounded to near $90K with muted volatility, as traders await macroeconomic data and central bank signals that could set year-end market direction.
Bitcoin recovered to around $89,821, reversing Sunday’s drop, with broader crypto markets largely steady. RAIN token gained over 6%, while leveraged bets worth nearly $300 million—mostly longs—were liquidated. Analysts note the market is compressed and lacks conviction, awaiting catalysts such as U.S. retail sales, jobs data, inflation reports, and a Bank of Japan rate hike. Fear & Greed Index sentiment turned fearful, potentially supporting a relief rally. BTC’s hash rate fell 8% to 1,200 EH/s due to mining closures in Xinjiang, China. The U.S. SEC released an investor guide on crypto custody risks. Traditional markets showed modest gains in stocks and gold; Nasdaq technicals hint at weakening recovery, increasing risk of revisiting November lows.