Cryptocurrency Market Depends on Oil, Wintermute Assessment

The cryptocurrency market may start to respond more strongly to oil prices and the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, analysts at Wintermute believe. With Brent priced around $100 per barrel, an increase in interest rates in the U.S. is expected. Currently, Brent is trading at about $103 per barrel, while supply volumes through the Strait of Hormuz remain below normal due to the conflict with Iran. Analysts warn that a reduction in oil supply could lead to sustained high prices, which would increase inflationary pressure and raise risks for macroeconomic assets. It is also noted that the yield on ten-year U.S. government bonds has exceeded 5%, making them more attractive to investors and potentially limiting demand for cryptocurrencies. Despite this, Bitcoin remains resilient, closing the week above the 50-week moving average. Analysts identify $82,500 as a key level for Bitcoin. External factors, such as the extension of the trade truce between the U.S. and China until January 10, 2027, may also impact the market. Wintermute expects a capital redistribution among altcoins, while the market is in a transitional phase with sustained demand from large investors and reduced activity from retail participants.

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