Key variables include:
U.S. midterm elections (November 3)
: Historical data shows that BTC often experiences a short-term pullback around midterm elections, but tends to recover over the following 12 months. Prediction markets favor Democrats taking control of the House, while the Senate outcome remains uncertain. If the results match expectations, short-term volatility may increase; if there is a surprise (such as Republicans performing better than expected), it could boost risk appetite and expectations for crypto regulation.
Macroeconomic data and Fed policy
: This week’s nonfarm payrolls and ISM manufacturing data will affect interest rate expectations. The Fed is currently maintaining rates in a relatively high range; weaker data could ease pressure.
Fund flows and on-chain signals
: A return to net ETF inflows and increased net outflows from exchanges would strengthen the bottoming thesis.
In an optimistic scenario, if macroeconomic conditions ease and regulatory expectations improve after the election, BTC could rise back above $85,000. In a pessimistic scenario, the correction could continue toward lower support levels. Overall, November is more likely to be a “bottoming month” than the start of a one-way bull market.