Bitcoin continues to trade in what analysts describe as a “deep value” zone, even as tighter monetary conditions and rising competition for capital weigh on the market.
According to Bitwise, the cryptocurrency’s Mayer Multiple remains below 1.0, a level historically associated with long-term accumulation phases. This comes as prices struggle to gain momentum, reflecting a broader hesitancy among traders to deploy capital under current conditions.
Price slips after Fed signals tighter outlook
Bitcoin briefly fell below $64,000 following the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates at 3.5%–3.75%. The decline reversed earlier weekly gains and came after Fed Chair Kevin Warsh signaled a cautious stance.
The central bank’s updated projections showed that nine officials expect at least one rate hike before year-end, while six anticipate two or more. The median forecast for the federal funds rate in 2026 rose to 3.8%, reinforcing expectations of prolonged tight policy.
Liquidity competition adds pressure
Bitwise highlighted that Bitcoin’s discounted valuation contrasts sharply with major AI-related equities like Nvidia, which continue trading at premium levels.
At the same time, large upcoming capital raises from companies including SpaceX, Anthropic, and OpenAI could draw more than $200 billion in demand. These offerings may directly compete with digital assets for liquidity, further limiting upside potential.
Weak capital inflows signal cautious sentiment
On-chain data points to a sustained slowdown in new money entering the Bitcoin network. CryptoQuant reported that realized cap growth has remained in a bear-phase regime since late October 2025.
Key moving averages for this metric have dropped sharply, with the seven-day and 59-day averages falling to 13.9 and 19.1, respectively, down from around 70 in late 2025. This decline suggests reduced participation despite lower price levels.
Mixed positioning among traders
Market activity reflects diverging views. A sharp rejection near $66,200 triggered the highest trading volume of the day, indicating strong selling pressure.
Some traders are positioning for further downside, including a $38.5 million leveraged short opened shortly after the Fed announcement. Others see the pullback from $67,255 to below $64,000 as a potential support retest before a move toward $70,000.
Meanwhile, gold showed similar caution, briefly spiking above $4,300 before settling near $4,244.
ETF outflows contrast with long-term accumulation
Flows from U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs underline broader caution. These products saw over $5.4 billion in outflows in the four weeks leading into early June, with an additional $82.16 million withdrawn on June 17.
In contrast, long-term holders are accumulating. On-chain data shows they have absorbed 125,000 BTC so far in June, one of the largest monthly totals in the current cycle. Wallets holding more than one BTC have also reached a record high, exceeding 16.8 million BTC.
Macro strength keeps policy tight
The Federal Reserve’s stance is supported by strong economic data. The U.S. added 172,000 jobs in May, exceeding expectations, while inflation remains elevated, with the Consumer Price Index rising 4.2% year-over-year.
These factors reduce the likelihood of near-term rate cuts, maintaining pressure on risk-sensitive assets.
Key level in focus as outlook remains uncertain
Bitcoin is now testing the $64,000 level, seen as a critical near-term pivot. Holding this range could stabilize sentiment, while a sustained break lower may open the door to further downside.
The broader outlook hinges on whether steady accumulation by long-term holders can offset continued ETF outflows and constrained liquidity. Upcoming economic data, particularly on inflation and employment, is expected to play a decisive role in shaping market direction.
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