Risk-on sentiment remains heavily dependent on developments surrounding a potential nuclear agreement between the United States and Iran. As a result, the latest bullish rebound across markets remains capped below key resistance levels that will likely determine whether the next move is a renewed drawdown or a confirmed bullish breakout.
From a sentiment perspective, both crypto and traditional financial markets continue to reflect elevated caution. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index remains in Extreme Fear territory, while the CNN Fear & Greed Index also points toward fear-driven market conditions.
Source: Binance
Source: CNN
This highlights the continued dominance of bearish frameworks across major charts as investors wait for greater clarity regarding a potential agreement between the United States and Iran. Given the sharp swings triggered by recent headlines, markets remain cautious despite the continued decline in crude oil prices. WTI crude oil is trading near $82 per barrel, while Bitcoin remains capped below 65,000 and the Nasdaq continues to struggle below the 29,700 resistance level.
Key Events to Watch
- SpaceX's IPO debuts on Nasdaq following today's opening bell, increasing volatility risks across broader markets as traders assess AI-related sentiment and evolving Middle East developments.
- Potential rejection of a peace agreement by Iran.
- Hawkish central bank positioning ahead of next week's policy meetings, including the Fed
- Broader AI-related market sentiment and valuation trends.
Key Levels to Watch
Nasdaq
- Resistance: 29,700
- Support: 28,600
Bitcoin
- Resistance: 65,000
- Support: 59,000
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Bitcoin Price Outlook: Weekly Time Frame – Log Scale
Source: TradingView
Dominant Framework: Bitcoin Remains Under Pressure Below 65,000
Bitcoin remains under pressure below the 65,000 resistance zone despite rebounding from the new yearly low near 59,000.
The recovery remains fragile and closely tied to broader market sentiment, particularly the interaction between AI-related valuations and developments in the Middle East, both of which continue to influence liquidity conditions across risk assets.
Bearish Scenario
A breakdown below the 59,000 support level could expose Bitcoin to another decline of approximately 10,000 points, targeting the 49,000–50,000 zone.
This area aligns with the August 2024 lows and may offer another attractive long-term dip-buying opportunity for investors.
At the same time, weekly momentum indicators continue to show signs of a potential rebound from oversold conditions that have been developing since 2022.
Bullish Scenario: Reclaiming 65,000 Resistance
If bullish momentum strengthens and Bitcoin closes decisively above 65,000, attention would shift toward the next resistance levels near:
- 68,000
- 71,000
- 74,000
This setup mirrors the technical framework currently developing in silver.
A sustained breakout above these levels would significantly strengthen the bullish case, opening the path toward the 90,000 region and potentially new record highs over the longer term.
Nasdaq Price Outlook: Weekly Time Frame – Log Scale
Source: TradingView
Dominant Framework: Nasdaq Remains in Correction Mode Below 29700
The Nasdaq remains in a corrective phase following the strong rally from March through June.
Price action continues to hold near the 78.6% Fibonacci extension of the June cycle while remaining above the key 28,200 support zone.
Key Support Levels to Monitor
The index continues to fluctuate around the 28,600 level.
A renewed breakdown below this area, combined with a sustained move beneath the 28,200 support zone, would reinforce bearish momentum.
Momentum indicators remain below their neutral levels and are approaching yearly oversold territory, increasing the risk of a decline toward the next support zones at:
- 27,700
- 27,200
- 26,400 - 61.8% of the April - June rally
These levels may provide potential dip-buying opportunities should selling pressure intensify.
Liquidity Risks Around the SpaceX IPO
Additional volatility may emerge as markets digest the launch of the SpaceX IPO, which could trigger temporary liquidity rebalancing across equity markets.
As one of the largest public offerings in history, with an estimated valuation of $1.75 trillion, the listing may temporarily influence market positioning, risk allocation, and investor sentiment.
Bullish Scenario: Reclaiming 29,700 Resistance
If bullish momentum returns and the Nasdaq successfully reclaims the 29,700 resistance zone, attention would shift toward the next upside targets at:
- 30,100
- 30,400
A sustained breakout above these levels would strengthen the case for a renewed rally toward record highs and potentially open the path toward the 31,700 region.
Written by Razan Hilal, CMT
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