Bitcoin price defends $76K lows as analysts see stocks pricing in ‘political gridlock’
Bitcoin made modest gains at the start of Wall Street trading on Tuesday as markets awaited cues from the US midterm elections.
Markus Thielen sees Bitcoin reaching $90,000 by year-end, questions institutional ETF demand and says Ethereum must do more for holders.
TL;DR Bitcoin price risks another drop as it fell below $77,000 on Monday despite a sharp decline in oil prices fueled by hopes of a diplomatic resolution to the US-Iran conflict. BTC failed to break above $78,500, raising concerns about another move lower. Analysts warn that Bitcoin could fall below $76,000 if bearish momentum continues.
November 3, 2026, 4:13 pmTether’s reported Bitcoin position exceeds the holdings implied by its September reserve disclosure, with the allocation still unexplained.
November 3, 2026, 4:06 pmBitcoin made modest gains at the start of Wall Street trading on Tuesday as markets awaited cues from the US midterm elections.
November 2 ETF redemptions add a demand concern as Bitcoin's latest decline follows a drop in real yields through October 30.
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US-listed spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds recorded a combined $398.6 million net outflow on November 2, according to Farside Investors’ daily fund table.
Bitcoin's potential recovery may face hurdles from geopolitical tensions and monetary policy, impacting investor confidence and market dynamics.
U.S. bitcoin ETFs opened November with $398.62 million in net outflows, extending the heavy selling that closed October. Ether funds lost another $139.80 million, while Zcash, HYPE and XRP also started the month in negative territory. Blackrock Drives $399M Bitcoin ETF Exit November began with institutional investors still clearing risk from their books.
Despite favorable election outcomes, macroeconomic factors like global liquidity and regulatory clarity will continue to shape Bitcoin's future.
TL;DR Bitcoin faces more losses as it heads toward a potential fifth consecutive weekly decline, extending its slide from around $87,000 to near $76,500. Uncertainty surrounding the US midterm elections is keeping investors cautious about risk-sensitive assets, including cryptocurrencies.