Market Overview
Crypto markets staged a rebound last week, buoyed by dovish Federal Reserve expectations and renewed altcoin momentum.
The global crypto market cap held firm above $4 trillion, consolidating gains after late-August volatility.
Bitcoin pushed back toward the $115K–116K zone, up ~4% on the week after testing the $109K support earlier in September.
Ether (ETH) regained ground, climbing back above $4,600 as institutional inflows into ETH ETFs continued.
Altcoins outperformed: Solana, XRP, and Cardano all posted multi-percentage weekly gains, with the Altcoin Season Index holding above 80, signaling capital rotation.
Top 10 Crypto Performers
Bitcoin (BTC): ~$116,000 – up ~4% on the week, rebounding from $109K support
Ethereum (ETH): ~$4,650 – up ~5.5% on the week, ETF inflows driving resilience
Binance Coin (BNB): ~$852 (+0.8%)
Solana (SOL): ~$188.9 (+3.5%)
XRP: ~$3.07 (+2.9%)
Cardano (ADA): ~$0.83 (+2.4%)
Polkadot (DOT): ~$9.45 (+1.8%)
Dogecoin (DOGE): ~$0.198 (+1.2%)
Polygon (MATIC): ~$0.92 (+1.7%)
Litecoin (LTC): ~$106 (+1.5%)
Investor Sentiment & Market Dynamics
Sentiment firmed up: The Fear & Greed Index rose back into “Greed” territory as Bitcoin reclaimed support levels.
Institutional flows rotating: BTC ETFs saw modest outflows, while ETH ETFs continued to record significant inflows, highlighting shifting investor preference toward yield-bearing assets.
Altcoin demand broadens: Solana, ADA, and DOT all saw double-digit monthly gains as traders rotated into higher-beta tokens.
This Week in Crypto
Bitcoin and crypto rally after Fed signals
Following Jerome Powell’s softer-than-expected remarks, BTC spiked to ~$117K and ETH to ~$4,800. Though a whale sell-off caused a flash drop, markets recovered, showing underlying strength. https://www.marketwatch.comWarning of correction lingers
Analysts cautioned that Bitcoin near $116K still faces resistance, with potential downside if momentum stalls. Barron’sAltcoins push higher as BTC dominance slips
Capital rotated into SOL, ADA, and XRP, with the Altcoin Season Index over 80, marking one of the strongest altcoin phases of 2025. CryptoNews | Binance ResearchTreasury accumulation keeps supply tight
Public companies now hold nearly 1M BTC, reducing exchange supply to below 15%. This structural shift supports long-term bullishness. Financial News LondonTrump family crypto deal raises questions
A $750M transaction tied to Trump entities drew regulatory scrutiny amid concerns of conflicts of interest. The Times of India | WikipediaUK fintechs frustrated by stablecoin delays
While the U.S., EU, and Asia advance regulation, the UK’s hesitation on stablecoins is worrying fintechs seeking clarity. The TimesMassive liquidations highlight fragility
Over $1.2B in liquidations briefly drove BTC under $109K and ETH below $4,300, underscoring the risks from leverage. BanklessTimes | Barron’sMeme-coin presale hype intensifies
Layer Brett’s Ethereum L2 presale continued to generate buzz, with outsized staking yields and retail momentum. IndiaTimesCrypto IPO boom builds momentum
Bullish and other firms eye Wall Street listings as investor appetite for regulated crypto exposure grows. ReutersInstitutional FOMO ramps up
Harvard’s Bitcoin ETF allocation and broader retirement fund interest stoked FOMO, amplifying demand pressure. San Francisco Chronicle
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