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Bitcoin Consolidates Around $117K Support, Eyes Breakout Above $123K

Kate Benson by Kate Benson
July 16, 2025
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Bitcoin (BTC/USD) has been trading within a consolidative range after reaching impressive highs above $123,000, with the cryptocurrency currently hovering around $117,277.

The digital asset appears to be building momentum for its next directional move, with several technical indicators providing mixed signals about the near-term outlook.

Recent price action shows Bitcoin testing critical support levels while maintaining an overall bullish structure. After touching the psychological $120,000 resistance zone, the cryptocurrency has pulled back to test key Fibonacci retracement levels on the hourly time frame, presenting short-term opportunities to catch the uptrend on dips.

Fibonacci Retracement Levels

The Fibonacci retracement tool reveals several significant levels that could dictate Bitcoin’s next move. The 38.2% retracement level sits at approximately $117K. This level has been acting as dynamic support, suggesting that buyers are stepping in at these technically significant zones.

The 50% Fibonacci level at $113,163 represents a deeper pullback scenario that could attract more substantial buying interest. Meanwhile, the 61.8% golden ratio retracement at $113,163 coincides with what appears to be previous resistance turned support, making it a critical zone to watch for any extended correction.

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Should Bitcoin break below these key Fibonacci levels, the 100% retracement at $106,975 would come into focus as the next major support area. This level aligns with previous consolidation zones and longer-term correction levels that could serve as a launching pad for renewed bullish momentum.

Mixed Technical Outlook

The moving average structure remains supportive of the longer-term bullish thesis, with price trading above key dynamic support levels. The ascending trend line that has been guiding Bitcoin’s trajectory since mid-2023 continues to provide structural support, reinforcing the overall upward bias.

Momentum oscillators are showing interesting divergences that warrant close attention. The stochastic indicator appears to be emerging from oversold territory, suggesting that selling pressure may be waning and buyers could be preparing to reassert control. This potential bullish divergence could signal an impending reversal if confirmed by price action.

The MACD histogram shows signs of convergence, with the bearish momentum beginning to fade. While the indicator hasn’t yet flashed a clear buy signal, the reduction in selling pressure suggests that Bitcoin may be approaching a turning point. A bullish crossover in the MACD would provide additional confirmation of renewed upward momentum.

A sustained break above the recent highs near $123,174 could open the door for a test of new all-time highs, potentially targeting the $125,000-$130,000 zone. Conversely, a breakdown below the critical Fibonacci support cluster around $113,163 might trigger a more substantial correction toward the $106,975 level.

The overall technical picture remains cautiously optimistic, with the longer-term uptrend intact despite recent consolidation. Traders should monitor volume patterns and momentum indicators for confirmation of the next directional move, as well as crypto industry headlines related to US legislation as Congress is in the middle of Crypto Week.

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