BTC price chart seen mirroring US spot Bitcoin ETF launch pattern

As a researcher with a background in cryptocurrencies and financial markets, I have closely followed the recent developments surrounding Bitcoin’s price behavior following the launch of spot Bitcoin ETFs in Hong Kong. Having studied the market dynamics post-ETF launches in both the United States and Hong Kong, I believe there are some similarities between the two events that could indicate an upswing in Bitcoin’s price “in the next week or so.”


The latest drop in Bitcoin’s value bears some resemblance to its pattern following the US ETF introduction in early January. A trader has even hypothesized that we might witness a price increase within the upcoming week or two.

As a researcher studying the financial market, I’ve noticed that Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) were debuted in Hong Kong on April 30, resulting in approximately $217 million in net inflows since then. Nevertheless, the price of Bitcoin has taken a hit, dropping nearly 7% as per CoinMarketCap’s latest data.

Quinten Francois, co-founder of WhereAt Social and a cryptocurrency trader, drew a parallel between the recent market behavior and the introduction of spot Bitcoin ETFs in the US. In the past, the price of Bitcoin dropped by 14% within just 12 days following an ETF launch, later recovering by rising 7% over the subsequent seven days.

Based on current trends, Francois predicts that Bitcoin’s price may experience a rise within the next week or two, as stated in his May 1 post on X.

“Reaching the summit doesn’t follow a straightforward path. The price adjustment proved to be more significant than anticipated,” remarked the anonymous cryptocurrency trader, identified as StockLizard.

BTC price chart seen mirroring US spot Bitcoin ETF launch pattern

Despite some similarities, there are notable distinctions between the two ETF launches. Hong Kong Bitcoin ETFs have attracted approximately $217 million in investments since their debut, whereas U.S. counterparts experienced a net withdrawal of around $794 million during the same timeframe.

On their debut day, Hong Kong-listed Bitcoin ETFs saw relatively low trading volume of $12.4 million, significantly less than the impressive $4.6 billion recorded by their US counterparts.

The introduction of Hong Kong’s ETF occurs following the Bitcoin halving, known for causing price instability and sideways movement. Additionally, geopolitical tension between the Middle East and the US, as well as the extension of the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy, contribute to this economic complexity.

Despite Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas’ assertion in his April 30 X post, the value of Hong Kong’s ETF holdings represents a substantial amount given that its size is around 0.6% that of the United States.

As a researcher studying market trends, I’ve noticed some traders voicing concerns about the potential impact of inflows from Hong Kong on the market, particularly in relation to recent sizable outflows from the United States. They worry that the Hong Kong inflows might not be sufficient to counterbalance these outflows, which could hinder a similar price breakout pattern from occurring.

As a crypto investor, I’ve noticed that the demand for Bitcoin ETFs in Hong Kong isn’t sufficient to handle the selling pressure coming from US-based ETFs. According to TOBTC’s May 2 update on X, this disparity is worth keeping an eye on.

Some traders hold the opinion that the current drop in Bitcoin’s price is a normal market adjustment.

“According to crypto trader Titan of Crypto, the longer Bitcoin undergoes consolidation, the higher its price will reach when it eventually touches the trendline.”

“Crypto analyst CryptoCon remarked that Bitcoin’s latest price adjustment was essential for its future growth,” is one way to paraphrase the original statement.

As a crypto investor, I can tell you that one point often missed by Bitcoin critics is this: the value of holding Bitcoin goes beyond just its market price. For me and many other investors, it’s not just about watching the numbers go up or down; it’s about believing in the technology’s potential. So when the price drops, instead of panic selling, we choose to hold on, trusting that the long-term vision outweighs the short-term fluctuations.

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2024-05-03 07:17