Looking at the 4-hour K-line, BTC and ETH have been showing interesting performance these days. The price repeatedly tests key levels, with one long upper shadow after another. What does this indicate? It suggests that the selling pressure above is becoming more apparent, and the probability of a short-term pullback is indeed increasing.
Market sentiment has been highly divided these past two days. You’ll notice some traders are afraid of missing out and are rushing to chase the highs; but others are worried about liquidity drying up at high levels, especially as the weekend approaches, with trading activity clearly cooling down. This cautious atmosphere can also be seen in derivatives data—the liquidation price ranges for both longs and shorts are narrowing, indicating everyone is waiting for a clear directional signal.
As for my trading approach, here’s my thinking:
**BTC**: I am gradually building long positions around 89,000-89,500, targeting the 91,500-92,500 range. This zone is a key resistance from earlier; breaking through could open up more room for upside.
**ETH**: The rhythm is similar, with long positions around 3,100-3,080, aiming for 3,150-3,180. The relative positioning logic remains consistent.
Overall, we are at a critical point of waiting for a breakout. The decision lies with the market, but traders preparing for a breakout are already positioning themselves.
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SelfRugger
· 01-05 23:17
The upper shadows keep appearing one after another, which means trying to break the level every day but just can't do it, it's exhausting.
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Weekend is coming, and you're still chasing here. Are you really not afraid of catching the bag at high levels?
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89000 long position, this bet is a bit big, brother.
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Liquidity drying up, I agree with this point. I also find it a bit hard to understand the recent movements.
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If we can't break 91500, shouldn't we consider exiting?
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ETH is still hovering around 3100, talking about a breakout.
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Everyone is waiting for a directional signal, but what if the signal reverses? The ones getting liquidated are still us.
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This kind of stalemate tests human nature the most, but it's also the easiest time to get liquidated.
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Feels like it's well written, but I still choose to wait and see; I don't want to gamble before the weekend.
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degenwhisperer
· 01-05 22:00
The upper shadows are appearing one after another, is this the rhythm of a collapse? I feel like everyone is waiting for that one decisive move.
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UnluckyMiner
· 01-03 22:05
Another long upper shadow? This guy is right, there are indeed more people watching before the weekend. I want to buy the dip, but that 89,500 level is a bit risky, afraid of being crushed.
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MainnetDelayedAgain
· 01-03 17:53
According to the database, another "critical point" has passed 15 days ago, and it has been 3 weeks since the last promised breakthrough signal. It is recommended to be included in the Guinness World Records.
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WalletDetective
· 01-02 23:50
It's the same old trick again, with long upper shadows filling the sky trying to scare people into a pullback. I think this time the bulls aren't that timid.
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NFTArchaeologis
· 01-02 23:50
Interestingly, this sense of a critical point... is a bit like the valuation stage of an antique market, where everyone is waiting for that "confirmation without error" moment to arrive.
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ThesisInvestor
· 01-02 23:50
The upper shadows keep appearing one after another. Honestly, someone is resisting at the top. This weekend, a pullback to find support is likely.
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Around 89,000 is indeed a good entry point. The key is whether it can break through 91,500.
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It's correct to say that liquidity is drying up. Trading is indeed dull over the weekend, and too many people are waiting for signals.
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Is the narrowing of the long-short clearing price range? That means everyone is betting on the direction. Whoever moves first wins.
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The pace of ETH and BTC remains consistent. The logic is sound; now it's just a matter of how strong the upcoming breakout will be.
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People afraid of missing out and those afraid of a sharp decline from high levels are clashing. This is the market's process of choosing a direction.
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Positioning long around 3080-3100 with a target near 3150. The ratio looks okay; it depends on execution.
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The critical point has indeed arrived. The problem is, when will the breakout signal appear? It's a bit torturous.
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MintMaster
· 01-02 23:46
Upper shadows one after another, this is like eating fireworks, no wonder the weekend trading is so weak.
Wait, does anyone really dare to go long at 89,000? It feels like the liquidity this week is a bit虚.
ETH target 3150, so it must first hold above 3080, but it all seems a bit悬.
This wave of操作 before the weekend truly tests the mentality.
Is it true? The liquidation price range has narrowed, isn't that everyone is afraid?
Around 89,500 is indeed repeatedly tested, but I still think we should wait and see how Monday performs.
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NeverPresent
· 01-02 23:44
Long upper shadows one after another, this situation is indeed a bit tense. If you still want to chase high before the weekend, you might end up taking a loss.
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HashBard
· 01-02 23:40
nah the liquidation band squeeze is actually the most poetic thing happening rn... everyone holding their breath like we're waiting for godot but it's just candles lol
Looking at the 4-hour K-line, BTC and ETH have been showing interesting performance these days. The price repeatedly tests key levels, with one long upper shadow after another. What does this indicate? It suggests that the selling pressure above is becoming more apparent, and the probability of a short-term pullback is indeed increasing.
Market sentiment has been highly divided these past two days. You’ll notice some traders are afraid of missing out and are rushing to chase the highs; but others are worried about liquidity drying up at high levels, especially as the weekend approaches, with trading activity clearly cooling down. This cautious atmosphere can also be seen in derivatives data—the liquidation price ranges for both longs and shorts are narrowing, indicating everyone is waiting for a clear directional signal.
As for my trading approach, here’s my thinking:
**BTC**: I am gradually building long positions around 89,000-89,500, targeting the 91,500-92,500 range. This zone is a key resistance from earlier; breaking through could open up more room for upside.
**ETH**: The rhythm is similar, with long positions around 3,100-3,080, aiming for 3,150-3,180. The relative positioning logic remains consistent.
Overall, we are at a critical point of waiting for a breakout. The decision lies with the market, but traders preparing for a breakout are already positioning themselves.