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You can find today’s edition of “Daily Market with JrKripto,” where we compile the most important developments in global and local markets, below. Let’s analyze the overall market conditions together and review the latest assessments.Bitcoin had previously fallen to $101,150 after losing the $104,977 support during its decline from the rising trend. However, strong buying from the $101,059–$100,063 range allowed a rebound, and BTC broke upward from the short-term descending channel. Currently trading around $109,200, this breakout has shifted its technical outlook back into positive territory.In the days ahead, the $109,588 resistance is critical. If this level is surpassed, targets may extend first to the all-time high of $111,980 and then to $114,500. On the downside, $106,794 and $104,977 have now become strong support levels. Maintaining these supports is important for keeping the BTC outlook positive.Ethereum similarly broke upward out of its descending channel. Having declined from $2,838 down to the $2,385 support, ETH bounced strongly and is now trading around $2,670.For the bullish momentum to continue, ETH needs to break above the $2,711 resistance. If it stays above this level, the next targets could be $2,838 and $3,004. On the downside, the $2,385 support continues to be watched closely—breaking below it could deepen the decline.Crypto NewsHassett: The U.S. will lift export controls if talks progress positively.Strategy announced it purchased 1,045 BTC.South Korea’s new president is preparing to propose legislation this week to allow major banks to adopt Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.Trump approved U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent increasing technology export controls and is encouraging negotiators to consider lifting export controls in China talks.CBOE submitted a proposal to allow staking in the Invesco Galaxy Ethereum ETF.Canary Marinade registered a Solana ETF in Delaware.U.S. Commerce Secretary Lutnick: U.S.–China talks were productive.Trump: “I didn’t think about calling Musk. I wouldn’t have a problem talking to him. I think Musk will want to talk to me.”Top Crypto MoversGainers:AXL → +86.4% to $0.60299MOG → +28.7% to $0.00000109AIOZ → +23.2% to $0.40169NEIRO → +19.7% to $0.0004936FARTCOIN → +17.3% to $1.25Losers:KTA → –25.0% to $1.26ZBCN → –9.5% to $0.00412637KET → –5.1% to $0.50306524LEO → –3.6% to $8.82BDX → –2.5% to $0.06147175Fear IndexBitcoin: 66Ethereum: 53DominanceBitcoin: 64.49% ▼ 0.23%Ethereum: 9.62% ▲ 0.81%Daily Net ETF FlowsBTC ETFs: +$386.20 millionETH ETFs: +$52.70 millionGlobal MarketsOn the first trading day of the week, U.S. markets closed with limited gains: S&P 500 +0.1%, Nasdaq +0.3%, Dow Jones flat. Tesla (+4.5%) lifted the S&P Consumer Discretionary Index, making it the best-standing sector. Insurer stock sell-offs dragged the Financials Index –0.5%, the worst-performing sector. U.S. and EU futures remained flat.Investors are focused on President Trump’s speech scheduled for 23:00 TRT and GameStop’s Q2 earnings after market close.S&P 500 technical levels: support at 5,962; resistance at 6,134. If it breaks down, next support is 5,872; if up, next resistance 6,164.Markets also watch London U.S.–China trade talks. Futures show modest gains; VIX ended +0.4 to 17.2.China posted weak export data: May exports rose only 4.8% YoY to $316.1 billion (vs. 6.0% expected). Exports to the U.S. fell 35%, the steepest drop in five years. Exports to other markets rose 11%; imports declined 3.4%. The U.S. trade surplus with China shrank 41.6% to $18 billion.The second round of U.S.–China trade talks resumed in London yesterday and is closely monitored.Top Cap Companies & Stock PricesMicrosoft (MSFT): $3.51T market cap, $472.75/share, +0.50%NVIDIA (NVDA): $3.48T market cap, $142.63/share, +0.64%Apple (AAPL): $3.01T market cap, $201.45/share, –1.21%Amazon (AMZN): $2.30T market cap, $216.98/share, +1.60%Alphabet (GOOG): $2.15T market cap, $177.63/share, +1.55%Borsa İstanbulIn Istanbul, inflation came in below market expectations in May, strengthening the chance of a rate cut at the June 19 MPC meeting, boosting investor appetite and foreign inflows. Yet macro and external risks may limit the BIST 100’s ability to break the 9,800–10,000 resistance band.Today, Turkey will release May Treasury cash balances and hold auctions for 9-month bills, 4-year fixed-rate, and 7-year floating rate bonds.The BIST, closed for the past 2½ trading days, now sees recent gains abroad. This week’s key events for both global and local markets are the London U.S.–China negotiations, followed by the Fed’s June 18 rate decision and central bank meeting on June 19, both potentially increasing volatility. A positive BIST open and follow-through momentum are expected today.BIST 100 technical outlook: The index bounced from a dip to 9,422 and closed at 9,487, supported by strong support around 9,148–8,965. As long as it holds above this, the 9,475–9,500 zone remains a near-term target. Closing above 9,500 could trigger a new optimism wave, pushing toward 9,740–9,770.Top Borsa İstanbul Companies by Market CapQNB Finansbank (QNBTR): ₺873.51 billion market cap, ₺261.00/share, +0.10%Aselsan (ASELS): ₺636.12 billion market cap, ₺138.00/share, –1.08%Garanti Bank (GARAN): ₺487.62 billion market cap, ₺119.60/share, +3.01%Turkish Airlines (THYAO): ₺395.37 billion market cap, ₺291.50/share, +1.75%Koç Holding (KCHOL): ₺376.58 billion market cap, ₺150.90/share, +1.62%Precious Metals & FX RatesGold: ₺4,177Silver: ₺46.07Platinum: ₺1,532USD: ₺39.29EUR: ₺44.82See you tomorrow with today’s updates!
U.S.-based CBOE (Chicago Board Options Exchange) has submitted an official proposal requesting permission for staking in the Invesco Galaxy Ethereum ETF. This step could mark a new chapter in opening Ethereum to institutional investors through ETFs.Why Is This Proposal Important?Currently, among the approved spot Ethereum ETFs in the U.S., none allows staking. If accepted, CBOE’s proposal would make the Invesco Galaxy Ethereum ETF the first of its kind in the market. In other words, investors would be able to benefit not only from ETH price movements via the ETF but also from on-chain staking rewards.This development would diversify potential sources of returns for ETF investors and provide an investment vehicle that more closely reflects Ethereum’s native features.A More Attractive ETH ETF for Institutional InvestorsIntegrating staking into the ETF would be a major advantage, especially for long-term institutional investors. This would position Ethereum not only as a speculative asset but also as a “productive digital asset” that generates yield.The fact that giants like Invesco and Galaxy are taking this step further reinforces institutional confidence in Ethereum. It’s worth noting that these ETF products were previously approved by the SEC as spot-based ETFs. However, staking integration is still considered a gray area in terms of regulation.What Does the SEC Think About This?Staking has been a subject of debate between the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and crypto companies for years. The SEC has evaluated some staking services as securities offerings and has taken a more cautious approach, especially toward third-party staking mechanisms.Whether or not the CBOE proposal is accepted will not only determine the future of this ETF but also influence the roadmap for similar products. If the SEC shows signs of softening its stance on staking, it would be a highly positive signal for the entire crypto market.Approval of CBOE’s staking proposal for the Invesco Galaxy Ethereum ETF could be a critical inflection point in the structural evolution of crypto ETFs. This development is of great interest not only to Ethereum investors but to all market participants.If the proposal passes, Ethereum ETFs will not only passively track prices but also integrate on-chain yield generation. For institutional investors, this would be a significant step forward in Ethereum’s financial evolution.
Ethereum Technical Analysis – Triangle Formation Breaks UpwardEthereum has broken out upward from a converging triangle formation on the 4-hour chart. The price is currently at $2,619, and it continues to gain momentum following the breakout. This move indicates that short-term momentum has shifted in favor of ETH. ETH Current Breakdown The triangle structure, which had been forming for about a month, was created by rising lows and descending highs. The breakout following this consolidation shows that the period of indecision in the market has ended and buyers have taken control.The resistance line where the breakout occurred—between $2,570 and $2,580—should now be watched as a support zone. As long as ETH remains above this level, its upward potential will stay strong.In terms of technical targets:First resistance: $2,657Then: $2,732 and $2,788These levels should be tracked as the upper targets of the triangle formation. Especially closes above $2,732 could accelerate the rally.On the downside, the levels to defend in potential pullbacks are $2,518 and the broken triangle support at $2,480.In summary:ETH has broken upward from a triangle pattern; the technical outlook is positive.The $2,570 level is now support—staying above it keeps the trend bullish.Targets: $2,657, $2,732, and $2,788.In pullbacks, $2,518 should hold; otherwise, the breakout could prove false.
You can find today’s edition of “Daily Market with JrKripto,” where we compile the most important developments in global and local markets, below. Let’s analyze the general market conditions together and take a look at the latest evaluations.Bitcoin (BTC) dropped as low as $101,150 after breaking down from the ascending channel on the 4-hour chart and losing the $104,977 support. This decline, supported by high-volume selling, was also influenced by the political tension between Trump and Musk. However, with a strong reaction from the $101,059–$100,063 zone, the price is now around $103,200.Holding this support zone increases the likelihood of a recovery. In upward moves, the $102,137 and especially the $104,977 resistance levels are important. Without a break above $104,977, it’s difficult to talk about a sustained rise. Otherwise, $96,914 and $96,115 levels could come back into play.Ethereum (ETH) declined from the $2,838 level down to the $2,385 support. With a bounce from this zone, it is now trading around $2,460. The $2,385 level continues to be monitored as strong support. If this level is breached, the $2,098 and $2,004 support levels may come into focus.For upward recovery to gain strength, the $2,711 resistance must be broken first. If this level is broken, $2,838 may be targeted again. Holding above $2,385 is critical for the continuation of the positive scenario.Crypto NewsTether minted $1 billion in USDTNasdaq filed a SEC Form 8-K proposing to expand its crypto benchmark index from 5 to 9 assets, adding $XRP, $SOL, $ADA, and $XLMPresident Trump said his relationship with Elon Musk is over$1.5 trillion Deutsche Bank is considering launching its own crypto stablecoinPresident Trump: “We’ve made a lot of progress on the 🇺🇸🇨🇳 China deal”Eric Trump announced a partnership between World Liberty Financial and the $TRUMP meme coinCrypto company Gemini submitted a confidential IPO application in the U.S.Top Gainers in CryptocurrenciesRVN → Up 16.5% to $0.01812467KAIA → Up 15.6% to $0.12306084ICP → Up 10.3% to $5.85FARTCOIN → Up 8.3% to $1.08KTA → Up 8.2% to $1.62Top LosersEVOLVE → Down 91.1% to $0.0000292DEXE → Down 16.7% to $8.85EOS → Down 11.2% to $0.56714183LPT → Down 8.7% to $7.55ZBCN → Down 7.0% to $0.00446442Fear IndexBitcoin: 60 (Greed)Ethereum: 50 (Neutral)DominanceBitcoin: 64.63% ▲ 0.09%Ethereum: 9.27% ▼ 0.45%Daily Net ETF FlowsBTC ETFs: -$47.80 millionETH ETFs: $25.30 millionGlobal MarketsGlobal markets are starting the week with cautious optimism, focusing on the high-level U.S.–China trade talks beginning in London. While Asian stock markets are rising, U.S. and European futures are showing slight declines. A mixed trend prevails in U.S. markets: strong employment data (139,000 new jobs) supported a recovery in tech stocks, but Tesla and other sensitive stocks remain volatile.On the macro front, signs of a slowdown in the U.S. economy continue: ADP private sector employment rose by only 37,000 in May, and the ISM services PMI fell to 49.9, indicating contraction. Eurozone services PMI data fell to 49.7 in May, and the ECB conducted its eighth interest rate cut of the year.Asian markets, meanwhile, are showing positive sentiment. The MSCI Asia-Pacific Index rose by 0.7%, Nikkei by 0.9%, and Hang Seng by 0.8–1.4%. Gold rose by 0.4% due to safe-haven demand, reaching around $3,323.7/oz, while platinum is also recovering. Oil prices slightly declined due to weak data from China (WTI ~$64.43, Brent ~$66.29), but are supported by hopes surrounding U.S.–China talks.The OECD has revised its global growth forecasts for 2025–2026 downward from 3.3% to 2.9%. U.S. growth is expected to fall to 1.6%, and China’s to 4.3% from 4.7%. This week, markets are focused on U.S. CPI and non-farm payroll data, post-ECB European bond yields, and tangible signals from the trade talks in London.Overall, while risk appetite is supported by strong jobs data and the U.S.–China talks, weak economic indicators and geopolitical uncertainty suggest that cautious pricing will continue.Most Valuable Companies and Stock PricesMicrosoft (MSFT) → $3.5 trillion market cap, $470.38 per share, +0.58%NVIDIA (NVDA) → $3.46 trillion market cap, $141.72 per share, +1.24%Apple (AAPL) → $3.05 trillion market cap, $203.92 per share, +1.64%Amazon (AMZN) → $2.27 trillion market cap, $213.57 per share, +2.72%Alphabet (GOOG) → $2.11 trillion market cap, $174.92 per share, +3.01%Precious Metals and Exchange RatesGold: 4,189 TLSilver: 45.82 TLPlatinum: 1,526 TLDollar: 39.22 TLEuro: 44.90 TLSee you again tomorrow with the latest updates!
Ethereum (ETH) Daily AnalysisDespite the selling pressure of recent days, Ethereum has once again managed to defend the $2,385 support. Currently, the price is trading around $2,484, and in the technical outlook, recovery signals are increasingly strengthening. Especially the preservation of this area after the break of the downtrend indicates that the upward structure is still valid.$2,385 has been an important reversal area since March. The price has received a clear reaction from this level three times. This shows that buyers are seriously defending this area. With the reaction coming from here, ETH tends to head again towards the $2,711 resistance. If this level is broken with volume, the $2,838 and $3,004 levels successively appear as targets. Especially closings above $3,004 can enable the medium-term upward trend to gain momentum again.Technically important levels:Supports: $2,385, $2,098, and $2,004Resistances: $2,711, $2,838, and $3,004On the fundamental side, the picture is complex but not entirely negative:ETF Process: Ethereum spot ETF applications are still under SEC review. Although the delays may seem negative, in the event of a positive outcome, there may be significant fund inflows into ETH.Musk–Trump Tension: Musk's taking a clear position against political pressure and Trump's statements have created short-term stress in technology and crypto-focused investments. However, the impact of this is more dominant on BTC; the ETH side remains relatively more resilient.On-Chain Activity: Although gas fees remain low, transaction volume is slowly recovering with Layer-2 solutions. There is also stability on the staking side after ETH 2.0.As a result, Ethereum has technically recovered from a strong support and is creating space for upward attempts. Although short-term uncertainties persist, both the technical structure and fundamental developments support a move towards above $2,711. However, a clear development may be necessary to surpass this level.In summary:ETH received a strong reaction from the $2,385 support.Closings above $2,711 may accelerate upward momentum.ETF expectation and chain recovery support the positive scenario.The market is currently waiting for a clear breakout; the positive structure is preserved but resistance levels must be surpassed for confirmation.
You can find today’s edition of “Daily Market with JrKripto,” where we compile the most important developments in global and local markets, below. Let’s analyze the overall market conditions together and review the latest insights.Bitcoin (BTC), after starting its long-term uptrend at $75,930 and reaching an all-time high (ATH) of $111,980, faced strong profit-taking. The downward break of the ascending channel on the 4-hour chart, followed by the loss of the $104,977 support, pushed the price quickly down to around $101,150. This drop, accompanied by high-volume selling across the last four candles, signals more than a mere technical breakdown—it indicates a decisive wave of selling. Additionally, the political tension between U.S. President Trump and Elon Musk has increased market uncertainty, further supporting the bearish pressure.BTC is currently trading around $103,200, with the $101,059–$100,063 range standing out as a strong support zone. This area previously attracted buying interest and is once again showing signs of buyer re-entry. If this zone fails to hold, the next levels to watch are $96,914 and $96,115. On short-term recoveries, the $102,137 and especially the $104,977 levels should be monitored as resistance. As long as these levels remain unbroken, upward moves are likely to stay limited. However, the price has shown a notable reaction from the current support zone, increasing the probability of a short-term rebound.Ethereum (ETH) tested $3,004 after climbing from $1,486, but has since entered a correction and is now trading at $2,460. Technically, the $2,385 level acted as critical support and sparked a significant bounce, though price action remains close to this zone. If this support fails, $2,098 and $2,004 are the next levels to follow.For bullish momentum to resume, ETH must break above the $2,711 resistance. If this level is cleared, targets include $2,838 and $3,004. Like BTC, ETH has also seen a meaningful bounce from support. Sustaining above $2,385 is essential to maintain the positive outlook.Crypto NewsThe European Central Bank (ECB) implemented a 25bp rate cut.Chinese state media reported a conversation between President Trump and President Xi.BounceBit added support for $USD1, the stablecoin of World Liberty Financial.Circle, issuer of USDC, saw its stock surge 200%, rising from its $31 IPO price to $94.41.Uber is reportedly exploring the use of stablecoins as a payment method.World Liberty Financial sent a cease and desist notice to Fight Fight Fight LLC, the issuer of the Trump memecoin.Truth Social registered Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in Nevada.Tesla lost $150 billion in market cap, marking the biggest loss in the company’s history.Top Gainers in CryptoFARTCOIN → Up 15.6% to $1.04COMP → Up 12.9% to $49.36LA → Up 6.1% to $1.54GRASS → Up 4.5% to $1.99KTA → Up 4.4% to $1.08Top Losers in CryptoRVN → Down 34.6% to $0.01458774LDO → Down 11.3% to $0.7718249TRUMP → Down 10.4% to $9.72JUP → Down 9.6% to $0.46357394DOG → Down 9.1% to $0.00425333Fear IndexBitcoin: 51Ethereum: 41DominanceBitcoin: 64.56% ▲ 0.01%Ethereum: 9.35% ▲ 0.24%Daily Net ETF FlowsBTC ETFs: -$278.40 millionETH ETFs: $11.30 millionKey Economic Data to Watch Today15:30 – Average Hourly Earnings (MoM) (May)Forecast: 0.3% / Previous: 0.2%15:30 – Non-Farm Payrolls (May)Forecast: 126K / Previous: 177K15:30 – Unemployment Rate (May)Forecast: 4.2% / Previous: 4.2%Global MarketsAs of the morning of Friday, June 6, 2025, global markets are preparing to end the week with cautious optimism. The resumption of high-level trade talks between the U.S. and China has supported global risk appetite, though weak economic data and political tensions are keeping investors cautious.U.S. stock markets have shown a volatile trend. Tesla shares fell sharply after Donald Trump criticized Elon Musk. Trump's statement that he may cancel government contracts with Musk’s companies increased selling pressure on tech stocks. Following this, the Nasdaq declined, while the S&P 500 and Dow Jones ended the day with slight losses.On the macro front, weak data stood out. The ADP private sector employment report showed an increase of only 37,000 jobs in May—the lowest since March 2023. Meanwhile, the ISM services PMI fell to 49.9, signaling contraction in the services sector. These indicators suggest a deepening slowdown in the U.S. economy.In Europe, the ECB delivered its eighth rate cut of the year. However, the Eurozone services PMI also dropped to 49.7 in May, reinforcing signs of ongoing economic weakness in the region.Asian markets are performing more positively. China’s services PMI exceeded expectations, boosting buying appetite, especially in the Hong Kong and Japanese markets. Regional markets began the final trading day of the week on a strong note.Meanwhile, the OECD revised its global economic growth forecasts downward. Growth expectations for both 2025 and 2026 have been updated to 2.9%. The report cited uncertainty in trade policy, tightening financial conditions, weakening consumer confidence, and rising political risks as serious threats to growth.Today, global market attention will focus on the U.S. non-farm payrolls data. A weaker-than-expected figure could strengthen expectations for an earlier rate cut by the Fed. However, continued geopolitical tensions and weak economic indicators suggest cautious market sentiment will persist.Most Valuable Companies and Stock PricesMicrosoft (MSFT) → $3.48 trillion market cap, $467.68 per share, +0.82%NVIDIA (NVDA) → $3.42 trillion market cap, $139.99 per share, -1.36%Apple (AAPL) → $3 trillion market cap, $200.63 per share, -1.08%Amazon (AMZN) → $2.21 trillion market cap, $207.91 per share, +0.33%Alphabet (GOOG) → $2.05 trillion market cap, $169.81 per share, +0.25%Precious Metals and Exchange RatesGold: 4,245 TLSilver: 45.66 TLPlatinum: 1,475 TLUSD: 39.29 TLEUR: 44.91 TLSee you again tomorrow with more market updates!
You can find today’s edition of “Daily Market with JrKripto,” where we compile the most important developments in global and local markets, below. Let’s analyze the overall market conditions together and review the latest insights.Bitcoin (BTC) extended its long-term uptrend from $75,930 to reach an all-time high (ATH) of $111,980. Following this peak, it pulled back due to profit-taking and is currently trading around $105,000. On the technical side, $104,629 stands out as the first major support level. If this area is breached, $101,059 and then $96,115 should be monitored as the next support zones. For the upward recovery to gain traction, it is critical for BTC to surpass the $109,588 resistance. If this resistance is broken, $111,980 and then $114,500 may be targeted once again. Maintaining price action above $104,629 is important to preserve the positive trend.Ethereum (ETH), after starting a strong rally from $1,486 and reaching a peak of $3,004, has entered a correction phase and is currently trading at $2,620. The price holding above the $2,385 support level is helping to limit selling pressure; however, if this level is breached, $2,098 and $2,004 will become the next support zones. For the upward momentum to continue, ETH must break the $2,711 resistance level. Once this is achieved, the targets will be $2,838 and $3,004. The continuation of the positive outlook for ETH hinges on its ability to remain above $2,385.Crypto NewsFed member Bostic said a rate cut this year may be possible depending on the state of the economy.Treasury Secretary Bessent said it’s up to China to decide whether it wants to be a reliable partner.North America-based civil engineering firm SolarBank adopted a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.Trump is set to launch a branded crypto wallet and trading app encouraging supporters to buy memecoins and other crypto assets.Magic Eden’s $ME partnered with Trump Wallet.Top GainersCOMP → Up 15.2% to $47.60BORG → Up 15.1% to $0.20837302ZBCN → Up 11.2% to $0.0052459ATH → Up 10.6% to $0.05030066APE → Up 9.3% to $0.74851906Top LosersKAITO → Down 9.7% to $1.71POPCAT → Down 9.1% to $0.37289158IOTX → Down 7.6% to $0.02169712FARTCOIN → Down 7.5% to $1.05PENGU → Down 6.8% to $0.01021654Fear IndexBitcoin: 63Ethereum: 54DominanceBitcoin: 63.99% ▼ 0.27%Ethereum: 9.71% ▲ 1.18%Daily Net ETF FlowsBTC ETFs: $375.10 millionETH ETFs: $109.50 millionKey Data to Watch Today15:15 – ADP Non-Farm Employment Change (May)Forecast: 111K / Previous: 60K16:45 – Services Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) (May)Forecast: 52.3 / Previous: 50.817:00 – ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI (May)Forecast: 52.0 / Previous: 51.617:00 – Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) (April)Forecast: 7.110M / Previous: 7.192M17:30 – EIA Crude Oil InventoriesForecast: -2.900M / Previous: -2.795MGlobal MarketsGlobal stock markets are starting the day on an optimistic note. Expectations for high-level negotiations between the US and China have boosted risk appetite. US stock markets continued to rally, led by tech stocks, with the Nasdaq Index turning positive year-to-date. Yesterday, the Nasdaq rose 0.81%, the S&P 500 increased by 0.58%, and the Dow Jones added 0.51%, all closing in positive territory. The small-cap Russell 2000 Index gained 1.59%, supported by strong performances in regional banks and biotech stocks.Eight of the eleven sectors in the S&P 500 ended the day in the green. The technology sector performed best with a 1.48% gain, followed by energy (1.11%), materials (0.97%), and industrials (0.76%). On the other hand, telecommunications (-0.75%), real estate (-0.39%), and consumer staples (-0.15%) underperformed.On the macroeconomic front, the JOLTS job openings for April came in at 7.40 million, beating expectations of 7.11 million. However, factory orders shrank by 3.7%, exceeding the expected 3.1% decline. Today, the market focus is on the US ADP private sector employment data and the ISM services PMI. The ISM services index rose to 51.6 in April and is expected to increase slightly to 52 in May. Asian markets opened on a positive note, and European markets are also expected to open higher.Meanwhile, the OECD revised its “Global Economic Outlook” downward. The global growth forecast for 2025 was lowered from 3.1% to 2.9%, and the 2026 forecast from 3.0% to 2.9%. The US growth forecast for this year was cut from 2.2% to 1.6%, and the 2026 forecast from 1.6% to 1.5%. The report highlighted that uncertainties in trade policy, tight financial conditions, weakening consumer and business confidence, and rising political risks pose major threats to growth. New tariffs could increase trade costs and fuel inflation, although falling commodity prices might partially offset this.Growth forecasts for Turkey were also revised downward. The OECD cut Turkey’s 2025 growth forecast from 3.1% to 2.9%, and its 2026 forecast from 3.9% to 3.3%. Today, key international data include the US ISM services report, ADP employment report, and Eurozone Services PMI—all closely watched by markets.Top Companies by Market Cap and Stock PricesNVIDIA (NVDA) → $3.45 trillion market cap, $141.22 per share, +2.80%Microsoft (MSFT) → $3.44 trillion market cap, $462.97 per share, +0.22%Apple (AAPL) → $3.04 trillion market cap, $203.27 per share, +0.78%Amazon (AMZN) → $2.18 trillion market cap, $205.71 per share, -0.45%Alphabet (GOOG) → $2.02 trillion market cap, $167.71 per share, -1.56%Borsa IstanbulDomestically, the May CPI came in at 1.53% monthly—closer to our forecast (1.8%) and well below the market expectation (around 2.1%). This result aligns with the Central Bank’s inflation trajectory as outlined in its latest Inflation Report. Consequently, annual inflation dropped 2.5 points from the previous month to 35.4%. Our seasonally adjusted monthly inflation came in at 1.7%, showing about a 1-point improvement from April. Core inflation indicators also declined significantly: the B index annual inflation fell to 34.8%, and the C index to 35.4%. These developments signal continued downward momentum in inflation and improving pricing behavior, though a cautious stance remains warranted.Lower-than-expected inflation has increased the likelihood of a rate cut at the June Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting. This triggered strong buying in banking stocks; yesterday the banking index rose by an average of 5.7%, and the BIST 100 gained 3.0%, closing at 9,277 points. Since the banking sector has underperformed the benchmark index by about 6% year-to-date, it may continue to recover this gap amid rate cut expectations. Additionally, pre-holiday settlement advantages also contributed to yesterday’s strong gains. Market attention is now turning to the June 19 MPC meeting.Technically, the BIST 100 showed a strong rebound after the previous two-day decline, recovering just below the support level. The 9,148–8,965 range remains a key support zone. If the index continues to trade above this band, a move toward 9,475–9,500 could be seen. The 9,325 level serves as interim resistance, and a close above 9,475/9,500 would signal short-term optimism, potentially targeting the 9,740–9,770 resistance area next. Key technical support levels for BIST 100 are 9,148/9,044, 8,965, 8,870, and 8,611; resistance levels are 9,325, 9,475/9,500, 9,588, and 9,740.Overall, a balanced sectoral performance with a continued upward trend is expected in Borsa Istanbul today.Top Companies by Market Cap in Borsa IstanbulQNB Finansbank (QNBTR) → 860.11 billion TL market cap, 260.25 TL/share, +1.36%Aselsan Electronic Industry (ASELS) → 581.86 billion TL market cap, 131.80 TL/share, +3.29%Garanti Bank (GARAN) → 478.8 billion TL market cap, 114.80 TL/share, +0.70%Turkish Airlines (THYAO) → 391.57 billion TL market cap, 284.75 TL/share, +0.35%Koç Holding A.Ş. (KCHOL) → 382.41 billion TL market cap, 149.40 TL/share, -0.93%Precious Metals and Exchange RatesGold: 4,231 TLSilver: 43.18 TLPlatinum: 1,369 TLUSD: 39.13 TLEUR: 44.59 TLSee you again tomorrow with more market updates!
ETH Short Term Technical AnalysisEthereum has returned to the ascending channel structure. In the previous analysis, the channel subband was broken and the technical pressure was prominent. However, the price both received a clear reaction from the $ 2,467 level and re-entered the channel with strong volume. It is currently trading at $2,619 and the outlook has improved compared to the previous analysis. ETH Rising Channel The return to the channel is technically positive. Such returns, especially if they come with strong volume, indicate that buyers are taking back control. The $2,595 -$2,565 zone is now working as support. If this region is protected, it can be expected that the upward movement will continue.If the rise continues, the first resistance to be considered is $ 2,660. If this is exceeded, the levels of $ 2,717 and $2,788 become the target in the short term. Especially the closures above $ 2,717 can move the price towards the upper band of the channel. That area also corresponds to approximately $2,840 levels.The December range of $2,595 –$2,565 below is the first line of defense. If this zone is lost, the probability that the price will move back to the support of $ 2,467 increases. But for the moment, the movement within the channel indicates that the bearish scenario is weakening.In summary, Ethereum seems to have ended the decline in the short term. As long as in-channel pricing continues, the technical outlook remains positive. If strong buyer interest continues in this region, the $2,660, $2,717 and $2,788 levels may be tested gradually. If it is below $ 2,595, closures below require being cautious again.
You can find today’s “Daily Market with JrKripto,” where we compile the most important developments in global and local markets, below. Let’s analyze general market conditions together and take a look at the latest assessments.Bitcoin (BTC), which began its long-term uptrend from $75,930 and reached an all-time high of $111,980, has pulled back to $105,170 due to profit-taking. Technically, $104,629 stands out as the first support level, and if this level is breached, $101,059 and $96,115 will be the next supports to watch. For the upward recovery to gain momentum, breaking above $109,588 is critical. If this resistance is surpassed, $111,980 and then $114,500 could come back into play.Ethereum (ETH) extended its rally from $1,486 up to $3,004 before entering a correction and is currently trading at $2,610. The price is still holding above the $2,385 support, but if it dips below this level, $2,098 and $2,004 will be the next support levels. To continue its upward movement, ETH must break the $2,711 resistance. If this level is breached, $2,838 and $3,004 could be targeted again. Overall, as long as ETH stays above $2,385, the bullish scenario remains valid.Crypto NewsRussia and Ukraine have started second-round peace talks in Turkey.Webus signed a $300 million XRP treasury deal with Samara Alpha.Strategy announced it has purchased 705 BTC.Hong Kong-based Reitar Logtech disclosed to the SEC plans to purchase up to $1.5 billion in BTC to increase reserves and hedge against financial volatility.Michael Saylor’s company Strategy announced an IPO of STRD shares to raise funds for more #Bitcoin purchases.Turkey’s Consumer Price Index for May came in at 1.53% monthly, dropping to 35.41% annually.Top Gainers in CryptocurrenciesSYRUP → Up 16.4% to $0.43140794MKR → Up 16.2% to $1,822.75MOODENG → Up 15.7% to $0.21847194WIF → Up 15.4% to $0.97770381POPCAT → Up 14.1% to $0.40991055Top Losers in CryptocurrenciesDEXE → Down 34.1% to $9.30ZBCN → Down 18.1% to $0.00495409SAROS → Down 4.6% to $0.2013825TAO → Down 4.1% to $392.19VANA → Down 3.9% to $6.68Fear IndexBitcoin: 63Ethereum: 52DominanceBitcoin: 64.05% ▼ 0.31%Ethereum: 9.66% ▲ 0.52%Daily Net ETF FlowsBTC ETFs: -$267.50 millionETH ETFs: $78.20 millionData to Watch TodayTime: 17:00 – Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) (Apr)Expectation: 7.110M / Previous: 7.192MGlobal MarketsDespite escalating trade tensions between the US and China, US stock markets closed the day higher. The S&P 500 rose by 0.41%, the Nasdaq by 0.67%, and the Dow Jones by 0.08%. The “Magnificent Seven” tech giants outperformed with a 0.73% gain. Meanwhile, there was selling pressure in the bond market and the US Dollar Index.Rising geopolitical risks, especially the renewed Russia-Ukraine conflict, have pushed investors toward safe-haven assets like gold and silver. Concerns over Russian oil supply also pushed oil prices higher. Seven of the eleven sectors in the S&P 500 posted gains. The healthcare sector (+0.96%) and consumer staples (+0.42%) performed best, while the energy sector lagged behind with a 1.55% loss.The US ISM Manufacturing PMI for May confirmed a slowdown in the economy, falling to 48.5—below the expected 49.5—and remained in contraction territory for the third straight month. Although there was a partial recovery in production and employment components, overall contraction persists. Business leaders noted that tariffs and uncertainty are negatively impacting foreign orders.Meanwhile, positive signals about potential rate cuts have started to emerge from Fed officials. After Governor Waller, Chicago Fed President Goolsbee also stated that a rate cut could be considered if tariff-related uncertainties are resolved.In China, signs of economic slowdown are becoming more apparent. The Caixin Manufacturing PMI dropped to 48.3, well below expectations and the lowest level since September 2022. This weak data has fueled expectations of monetary easing in China, prompting a positive reaction in Asian markets. European markets are expected to open flat but positive today.In the US, factory orders for April and JOLTS job openings data will be closely watched. These reports could provide key insights into the labor market and industrial production.Most Valuable Companies and Stock PricesMicrosoft (MSFT) → $3.43 trillion market cap, $461.97 per share, +0.35%NVIDIA (NVDA) → $3.35 trillion market cap, $137.38 per share, +1.67%Apple (AAPL) → $3.01 trillion market cap, $201.70 per share, +0.42%Amazon (AMZN) → $2.19 trillion market cap, $206.65 per share, +0.80%Alphabet (GOOG) → $2.06 trillion market cap, $170.37 per share, -1.43%Borsa IstanbulDomestic data continues to indicate a slowdown in economic activity. The Istanbul Chamber of Industry’s Turkey Manufacturing PMI came in at 47.2 in May, close to the two-month average, signaling weak domestic and external demand in the manufacturing sector. The stagnation in demand negatively impacted production, employment, and firms’ input purchases, while supplier delivery times continued to shorten. Although exchange rate volatility eased compared to the previous month, it still pressures production costs.According to provisional foreign trade data from the Ministry of Trade, exports in May rose 2.7% year-on-year to $24.8 billion, while imports increased by 2.1% to $31.3 billion. The trade deficit remained steady at $6.5 billion. Seasonally and calendar-adjusted data suggest that the deterioration seen in April was temporary and there was a recovery in the trade balance in May.In consumer sentiment, Bloomberg HT’s Consumer Confidence Index rose by 0.2% to 72.36 in May. Today’s inflation figures from TURKSTAT will clarify May’s inflation outlook. In April, inflation stood at 3.0% monthly and 37.86% annually. Our expectation for May is a 1.8% monthly increase and 35.8% annually. However, market consensus expects monthly inflation to exceed 2%.The BIST-100 index continues to move sideways around the 9,000 level. After sharp declines in banking stocks last Friday, there was a rebound yesterday, with the banking index rising 1.5%, helping the BIST-100 stay above the critical 9,000 mark. According to data released yesterday by the BRSA, the banking sector saw a decline in profitability in April due to rising interest rates. Today’s inflation data will be key for the markets. Additionally, with the upcoming holiday break, investor appetite may increase due to settlement advantages, suggesting a limited upward movement in Borsa Istanbul today.Most Valuable Companies in Borsa IstanbulQNB Finansbank (QNBTR) → 856.76 billion TL market cap, 255.75 TL/share, 0.00% changeAselsan Electronic Industry (ASELS) → 589.61 billion TL market cap, 128.40 TL/share, -0.70%Garanti Bank (GARAN) → 452.76 billion TL market cap, 116.30 TL/share, +7.88%Turkish Airlines (THYAO) → 380.54 billion TL market cap, 282.00 TL/share, +2.27%Koç Holding A.Ş. (KCHOL) → 363.9 billion TL market cap, 149.70 TL/share, +4.32%Precious Metals and Exchange RatesGold: 4,230 TLSilver: 43.12 TLPlatinum: 1,337 TLUSD: 39.20 TLEUR: 44.77 TLSee you tomorrow with more market updates!
Ethereum (ETH) Technical Analysis – 4-Hour ChartOn the 4-hour chart, Ethereum (ETH) has broken below the lower boundary of the ascending channel. Following the breakdown, the price is attempting to hold around the $2,488 level. However, this area lies below the former channel support and carries the risk of turning into a horizontal resistance zone. There is an attempt to re-enter the channel with increasing volume; if successful, the price may once again test the upper boundary of the channel. ETH Rising Channel The $2,467 level stands out as the initial support area. If this zone is broken, the price may decline further toward the $2,416 and $2,315 levels. Notably, the $2,272–$2,290 range was a previous area where buying reactions emerged. Therefore, short-term buyers may step in if the price pulls back to this zone. However, if this area is also lost, the $2,181 support level could come into focus.On the upside, the first resistance zone to watch is the $2,565–$2,595 range. This area could generate strong selling pressure. However, if the price breaks this zone with high volume and maintains stability above $2,500, the upward movement could gain momentum. In this case, the $2,800 level would become the next target, followed by $3,000. Particularly, closing above $2,595 would indicate a shift back in favor of the buyers.Looking at the overall structure, technical pressure has increased in the short term. With the breakdown of the ascending channel, price movements have become more cautious. While the medium-to-long-term bullish outlook is not completely invalidated, there is currently no clear buyer dominance in the market. Supports are being tested one by one, and the price is seeking direction through reactions.
You can find today’s “Daily Market with JrKripto,” where we compile the most important developments in global and local markets, below. Let’s analyze the general market conditions together and take a look at the latest evaluations.Bitcoin (BTC) started its upward trend from the $75,930 level and carried it to an all-time high (ATH) at $111,980, then pulled back due to profit-taking and is currently trading at $104,671. In the technical outlook, the $104,629 level is being followed as the first support, while below this level, support levels are located at $101,059 and $96,115. For the upward movement to regain strength, the $109,588 level needs to be surpassed. If it can stay above this resistance, $111,980 and $114,500 may be targeted.Ethereum (ETH), on the other hand, extended its upward movement from the $1,486 level to $3,004, then pulled back to $2,481 with the subsequent correction. Technically, the $2,385 level is an important support. Below this level, there are support levels at $2,098 and $2,004. For the continuation of the upward movement, the $2,711 resistance needs to be surpassed. Once this level is broken, the $2,838 and $3,004 levels may become targets again. Overall, ETH is in a horizontal consolidation phase, and holding above $2,385 is critical for the continuation of the positive scenario.Crypto NewsSHARPLINK GAMING has applied for a $1 billion IPO and plans to use the proceeds to purchase Ethereum.Cetus confirmed that the quarantined funds on Sui have been moved to a multisig safe wallet. The funds will remain secure until they are returned to users.WH Senior Advisor Hassett: Trump is considering a phone call with Chinese President Xi this week.U.S. Commerce Secretary Lutnick said tariffs “will not be lifted.”Elon Musk announced that X has launched its new 'XChat' messaging system with "Bitcoin-style" encryption.Top Gaining Cryptocurrencies:MASK → Up 27.8% to $2.57INC → Up 27.3% to $0.03161628KTA → Up 18.6% to $0.95564181AI16Z → Up 13.3% to $0.23943525FLR → Up 10.7% to $0.01914012Top Declining Cryptocurrencies:TKX → Down 6.6% to $31.52LPT → Down 6.2% to $8.27RAY → Down 4.8% to $2.36PLUME → Down 4.7% to $0.12862161GIGA → Down 3.7% to $0.02157426Fear Index:Bitcoin: 59Ethereum: 38Dominance:Bitcoin: 64.51% ▲ 0.05%Ethereum: 9.36% ▼ 0.52%Daily Net ETF Flows:BTC ETFs: -$616.10 MillionETH ETFs: $70.20 MillionKey Data to Watch TodayTime: 16:45 – Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) (May)Expectation: 52.3Previous: 50.2Time: 17:00 – ISM Manufacturing PMI (May)Expectation: 49.3Previous: 48.7Time: 20:00 – Fed Chair Powell’s SpeechGlobal MarketsU.S. stock markets opened sharply lower after President Donald Trump accused China of violating trade agreements. However, they managed to recover most of their losses by the end of the day. This rebound was driven by lower-than-expected April personal consumption expenditures (PCE) data and positive results in the University of Michigan consumer confidence survey.According to PCE inflation data, annual headline inflation dropped to 2.1%, and core PCE inflation, excluding food and energy, fell to 2.5%—the lowest since February 2021. Monthly inflation stood at 0.1%, in line with expectations. While service prices saw limited increases, the downward trend in goods prices ended with a 0.1% rise. The rise in disposable income was driven by social security payments.As a result, the S&P 500 index closed flat with a marginal 0.01% drop, the Nasdaq declined by 0.32%, and the Dow Jones rose by 0.13%. Eight of the 11 sectors in the S&P 500 closed higher, with consumer staples and utilities leading gains, while energy, consumer discretionary, and tech sectors declined.As the new week begins, trade tensions between the U.S. and China continue to escalate. China rejected Trump’s accusations and argued that the U.S. was the one violating the agreement. These developments created selling pressure in Asian markets and U.S. futures, and European markets are also expected to open lower.Meanwhile, expectations regarding the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy have shifted slightly. While tariff policies may exert upward pressure on inflation, markets are now pricing in a total of 50 basis points in rate cuts for September and December.The University of Michigan’s consumer sentiment index for May was revised upward from the previous estimate of 50.8 to 52.2, marking a pause in the four-month decline. The index is still 24% lower than the same period last year. Short-term inflation expectations rose slightly to 6.6%, while 5-year long-term expectations declined from 4.4% to 4.2%.On the Chinese side, economic data signaled a recovery. The manufacturing PMI rose from 49.0 to 49.5 in May, slowing the contraction. The non-manufacturing PMI, covering services and construction, came in at 50.3, just above the growth threshold.Most Valuable Companies and Stock PricesMicrosoft (MSFT) → $3.42 Trillion market cap, $460.36 per share, up 0.37%NVIDIA (NVDA) → $3.3 Trillion market cap, $135.13 per share, down 2.92%Apple (AAPL) → $3 Trillion market cap, $200.85 per share, up 0.45%Amazon (AMZN) → $2.18 Trillion market cap, $205.01 per share, down 0.34%Alphabet (GOOG) → $2.09 Trillion market cap, $172.85 per share, down 0.06%Borsa Istanbul (BIST)In Q1 2025, the Turkish economy grew by 2% compared to the same period last year, and 1% on a quarterly basis. This growth was slightly below market expectations of 2.5% and the institutional forecast of 2.3%. The main driver was household consumption. Thanks to favorable credit conditions before the interest rate hike, consumption increased by 2% annually, contributing 1.6 percentage points to growth. Public spending rose by 1.2%, adding 0.2 points, and investments (fixed capital formation) grew by 2.1%, also contributing 0.2 points. However, while exports remained flat, a 3% rise in imports pulled growth down by 0.6 points. Growth was sustained by domestic demand in Q1, but this momentum is expected to weaken in Q2. We believe there are increasing downside risks to our 2025 growth forecast of 3.1%, and that growth may fall below 3%.In the labor market, negative developments were seen. In April, the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose from 8% to 8.6%, the highest since November 2024. The broader underemployment rate hit a record high, rising from 28.8% to 32.2%. The combined rate of time-related underemployment and unemployment rose to 22.5%, while the rate of unemployed and potential labor force remained at 20%. This sharp increase is thought to be partly due to temporary unemployment of daily wage workers during the holiday period.Price increases also continued. According to Istanbul Chamber of Commerce data, retail prices rose by 2.83% monthly and 46.57% annually in May. According to TÜRK-İŞ, the hunger threshold increased by 4.39% to 25,092 TL in May. The Ministry of Treasury and Finance will make domestic debt payments totaling 581.6 billion TL between June and August. In June, a borrowing of 278.9 billion TL is planned against payments of 265.6 billion TL.The Financial Stability Report published by the Central Bank indicated a shift in commercial loans in favor of TRY since March. Due to high commercial loan interest rates, credit growth is expected to remain moderate, and firms’ financial positions are generally considered manageable.Last week’s decline in Borsa Istanbul was driven especially by selling in banking stocks. The BIST-100 index dropped below 9,000 points during the session but closed slightly above that level. The Capital Markets Board (SPK) extended regulations on short selling bans, share buybacks, and margin trading until July 4. These measures are expected to provide short-term support to the market. However, due to settlement advantages during the holiday, some investors may still opt to sell. Tomorrow’s inflation data from TURKSTAT will be important; market expectation is around 2% monthly. The BIST-100 is expected to start the week with a flat movement above 9,000 points.Most Valuable Companies on Borsa IstanbulQNB Finansbank (QNBTR) → 867.65 Billion TL market cap, 258.50 TL per share, down 0.19%Aselsan Elektronik Sanayi (ASELS) → 590.98 Billion TL market cap, 130.00 TL per share, up 0.31%Türkiye Garanti Bankası (GARAN) → 444.78 Billion TL market cap, 107.70 TL per share, up 1.70%Türk Hava Yolları (THYAO) → 377.08 Billion TL market cap, 273.25 TL per share, no changeKoç Holding A.Ş. (KCHOL) → 359.34 Billion TL market cap, 140.40 TL per share, down 0.92%Precious Metals and Exchange RatesGold: 4,181 TLSilver: 41.93 TLPlatinum: 1,326 TLUSD: 39.26 TLEUR: 44.67 TLSee you again tomorrow with the latest updates!
A Major Move Elevates Institutional Interest in Crypto: SharpLink Gaming Files for $1 Billion Public Offering to Acquire EthereumAn important development has taken institutional interest in crypto to a new level. SharpLink Gaming has filed for a $1 billion public offering with the aim of integrating Ethereum into its corporate treasury. This move is part of the company’s strategy to solidify its blockchain-based financial approach and position Ethereum as a corporate reserve asset.Objective: A Digital Capital Structure with EthereumU.S.-based SharpLink announced that it has filed a “Shelf Offering” registration with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), with plans to gradually release over 72 million shares to the market. A significant portion of the funds raised from this offering will be used to purchase Ethereum (ETH). The remainder will cover operational expenses, marketing activities, and general corporate costs.With this step, SharpLink aims to make Ethereum its primary reserve asset and transform its capital structure into a blockchain-based model. The company had previously announced this initiative under the title “Ether Treasury Strategy” on May 27.A Strong Reaction from the Ethereum CommunitySharpLink’s strategic move resonated widely within the Ethereum community. In the days following the announcement, the company’s stock price surged by approximately 2,700%, and its market capitalization grew elevenfold. Analysts compared the move to MicroStrategy’s investment in Bitcoin. Some crypto analysts even remarked, “Ethereum now has its own Saylor.” Prominent ETH advocate Anthony Sassano supported the strategy with the phrase, “You’re not bullish enough.”The Joseph Lubin Effect: Ethereum Confidence at the Leadership LevelSharpLink Gaming’s commitment to Ethereum goes beyond investment. The company has appointed Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin as chairman of the board. This appointment signals that the strategy is being embraced at the highest leadership level. Lubin’s blockchain vision and credibility in the industry are seen as strong confidence signals for investors.Earlier, a $435 Million Ethereum Purchase Was MadeJust a week before this development, SharpLink Gaming had already made a $435 million Ethereum purchase. With this new public offering filing, the company plans to significantly expand its ETH reserves.
Ethereum – 4-Hour Chart Short-Term Technical Analysis (May 30, 2025)Ethereum is moving within an ascending parallel channel. At the moment, it has touched the lower boundary of the channel at $2,540, which acts as a significant short-term support.Key Technical Levels:Supports:$2,540 (Channel lower boundary and horizontal support)$2,467$2,397Resistances:$2,566 (Short-term horizontal resistance)$2,632$2,788 (Channel upper boundary)Technical Pattern:Ascending Channel: Price continues to move within the channel. The recent approach to the lower band increases the likelihood of a short-term bounce.Horizontal Consolidation: There is a range-bound movement between $2,540 and $2,630. A breakout from this range will determine the short-term trend direction. ETH Short Term ETH is currently attempting to hold above the support line. If it maintains support above $2,540, an upward move toward $2,632 and $2,788 could be expected. However, if it fails to hold above $2,540, a pullback toward $2,467 and lower support levels may occur. The breakout direction will be key in determining the short-term trend.
You can find today’s “Daily Market Update with JrKripto,” where we’ve compiled the most important developments from global and local markets, below. Let’s analyze the general market conditions together and review the latest updates.Bitcoin (BTC) is currently trading at $105,400. The long-term uptrend that began at $75,930 gained momentum after breaking through the resistance levels at $101,059 and $104,000, eventually reaching an all-time high (ATH) of $111,880. However, following profit-taking at this peak, BTC has broken below the $108,000 support level and is currently trading below it. This pullback signals a short-term bearish outlook, with $104,629 serving as intermediate support and $101,059 as a stronger support zone. In potential upward recoveries, the first resistance lies again at $108,000. If this level is breached, $111,000 and subsequently $114,500 could be targeted. However, to maintain its upward trend, it is critical for BTC to establish support above the $108,000 level.Ethereum (ETH) is currently trading at $2,610. The upward movement that began at $1,486 pushed the price above resistance levels at $2,453 and $2,595, reaching as high as $2,720. However, selling pressure from this region has dragged ETH back below the $2,595 level. The current price action points to a short-term correction. If the downward movement continues, $2,453 and $2,095 will serve as support levels. In case of upward recovery, $2,595 is once again the initial resistance. If surpassed, the next potential targets would be $2,800 and $2,981. For ETH’s positive outlook to regain strength, maintaining support above $2,595 is crucial.Crypto NewsBybit has obtained a MiCA license in Austria.Telegram raised $1.7 billion through convertible bonds to repay existing debt.Fed member Goolsbee: If tariffs are avoided through a deal or otherwise, we could return to a rate-cutting scenario.Bitcoin treasury firm Twenty One, backed by Tether, raised its total funding to $685 million following a second bond sale.White House: Trump told the Fed chair that not cutting rates is a mistake.The SEC Crypto Task Force met with Payward to discuss tokenization of traditional assets and staking services.SEC has dropped its lawsuit against Binance.Nigel Farage, leader of the UK Reform Party, will introduce a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve bill.Top Gainers:LPT → Up 86.7% to $10.45VENOM → Up 16.7% to $0.12698581SAFE → Up 13.0% to $0.67709936DEXE → Up 12.6% to $14.10ZBCN → Up 12.0% to $0.00621744Top Losers:PNUT → Down 20.6% to $0.27233779SYRUP → Down 16.9% to $0.34540183MOG → Down 16.2% to $0.00000101OM → Down 16.0% to $0.32981439DOG → Down 15.8% to $0.00441292Fear Index:Bitcoin: 66Ethereum: 60Dominance:Bitcoin: 63.96% ▲ 0.40%Ethereum: 9.64% ▼ 0.07%Daily Net ETF Flows:BTC ETFs: -$346.80 MillionETH ETFs: $91.90 MillionKey Economic Data to Watch Today:15:30 – Core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index (YoY, April)Forecast: 2.5%Previous: 2.6%15:30 – Core PCE Price Index (MoM, April)Forecast: 0.1%Previous: 0.0%Global MarketsU.S. stock indices opened strong thanks to Nvidia’s solid financial results and the U.S. International Trade Court’s decision to block tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. However, profit-taking occurred during the day after a federal appeals court temporarily halted this decision. Still, the indices closed higher: S&P 500 up 0.40%, Dow Jones up 0.28%, and Nasdaq up 0.39%.Ten out of eleven S&P 500 sectors ended the day in positive territory, with the best performers being real estate (+0.95%), healthcare (+0.74%), and infrastructure (+0.69%). Telecommunications was the only sector to close lower (-0.35%). Nvidia shares rose 3.2%.On the macroeconomic front, the U.S. economy contracted at an annualized rate of 0.2% in Q1 2025. While this is less than the initial estimate of -0.3%, it marks the first economic contraction since 2022. The upward revision was mainly due to stronger-than-expected investment spending. However, personal consumption grew only 1.2%, the lowest rate since Q2 2023. Government spending fell by 4.6%, the sharpest decline since 2022. Fixed investment rose 7.8%, and exports grew 2.4%. Imports surged 43%, suggesting that consumers and businesses pulled forward demand ahead of high tariffs.Initial jobless claims in the U.S. rose by 14,000 to 240,000 for the week ending May 24 (forecast: 230,000). The four-week moving average dropped by 250 to 230,750. Continuing claims rose by 26,000 to 1.92 million for the week ending May 17.Today, the markets are focused on April’s PCE inflation data, closely monitored by the Fed. The forecast is for monthly inflation to rise 0.1% and annual inflation to increase to 2.2% from 2.3% in March. Additionally, preliminary CPI data from Germany for May, U.S. personal income and spending, trade balance, and the University of Michigan’s final consumer sentiment index will be released. German CPI is expected to continue its gradual decline.Asian indices opened slightly lower this morning, while European indices began the day in positive territory. Although trade policy uncertainty continues to cap gains, Nvidia’s strong results and today’s U.S. inflation data remain in sharp focus.Top Companies by Market Value and Stock PricesMicrosoft (MSFT) → $3.41 trillion market cap, $458.68 per share, up 0.29%NVIDIA (NVDA) → $3.4 trillion market cap, $139.19 per share, up 3.25%Apple (AAPL) → $2.99 trillion market cap, $199.95 per share, down 0.23%Amazon (AMZN) → $2.18 trillion market cap, $205.70 per share, up 0.48%Alphabet (GOOG) → $2.09 trillion market cap, $172.96 per share, down 0.24%Borsa IstanbulAccording to final data released by TURKSTAT, Turkey’s foreign trade deficit in April stood at $12.1 billion—close to the provisional figures earlier released by the Ministry of Trade. In the same period, exports increased 7.8% year-over-year to $20.8 billion, while imports rose 12.7% to $32.9 billion. As a result, the trade deficit for the first four months of 2025 reached $34.6 billion, a 14.7% increase compared to the same period last year. The 12-month rolling trade deficit reached $86.7 billion, the highest since June 2024.Important domestic data releases are expected today. April’s unemployment rate, Q1 2025 GDP figures, and the Central Bank’s Financial Stability Report will be published. In Q4 2024, Turkey’s economy grew 3.0% annually and 1.7% quarter-on-quarter (seasonally and calendar-adjusted). For Q1 2025, annual growth is expected to be around 2.0%.The BIST-100 index is trying to find support just below the 9,200 mark—near its lowest dollar-based level in a year. Since the beginning of the month, the banking, telecommunications, and energy sectors have shown strong performance, while chemical, cement, aviation, retail, and insurance sectors have remained weak. Today, GDP data will be released at 10:00 a.m., followed by the Central Bank’s Financial Stability Report at 10:30 a.m. Next Tuesday, May’s inflation figures will be published. Forecasts suggest monthly inflation around 2.0%. A flat trading day is expected on BIST-100.Technically, the BIST-100 index tested 9,265 intraday yesterday before pulling back and closing at 9,171. The index is trying to hold above the previous support band of 9,148–9,044. While rebound attempts remain weak, efforts to stabilize in this zone may continue. If not, further weakness could follow. A close above 9,475 would signal renewed optimism. Intermediate resistance levels are at 9,224 and 9,325, while strong resistance lies at 9,475/9,500, 9,588, and 9,740/9,760. Support zones are at 9,148, 9,074/9,044, 8,984, 8,872, and 8,618.Top Companies by Market Value on Borsa IstanbulQNB Finansbank (QNBTR) → 886.08 billion TL market cap, 264.50 TL per share, no changeAselsan Electronic Industries (ASELS) → 602.83 billion TL market cap, 129.30 TL per share, down 2.19%Garanti Bank (GARAN) → 460.32 billion TL market cap, 106.10 TL per share, down 3.19%Turkish Airlines (THYAO) → 384.33 billion TL market cap, 277.00 TL per share, down 0.54%Koç Holding A.Ş. (KCHOL) → 362.63 billion TL market cap, 143.50 TL per share, up 0.35%Precious Metals and Exchange RatesGold: 4,152 TLSilver: 41.81 TLPlatinum: 1,361 TLUSD: 39.22 TLEUR: 44.58 TLSee you again tomorrow with the latest updates!
You can find today’s “Daily Market Update with JrKripto,” where we’ve compiled the most important developments from global and local markets, below. Let’s analyze the general market conditions together and take a look at the latest evaluations.Bitcoin (BTC) is currently trading at $108,380. The long-term upward trend that began at $75,930 gained momentum after breaking through the resistance levels at $101,059 and $104,000. The price surged to $111,880, setting a new all-time high (ATH). However, following this peak, profit-taking led to a pullback, bringing BTC down to around $108,000. At the moment, BTC is moving within a horizontal consolidation range between $108,000 and $111,000. If the price breaks upward from this range, $114,500 and $118,300 are potential resistance targets. On the other hand, if the price breaks downward, $108,000 is the first support level to watch. Should this level fail to hold, the next support zones are $104,629 and $101,059. Maintaining above the $108,000 level is critically important for the continuation of the bullish trend in BTC.Ethereum (ETH) is currently trading at $2,720. The strong upward trend that began at $1,486 gained momentum after breaking through the resistance levels at $2,453 and $2,595. Following a recent correction, the price has climbed to $2,720. ETH is currently exhibiting horizontal price movement within the $2,595 – $2,800 range. If this consolidation zone is broken to the upside, $2,981 and the psychological resistance at $3,000 could be targeted. On the downside, $2,595 is the first support level, followed by $2,453 and $2,095 if it breaks below. The outlook for ETH remains positive, but sustaining above the $2,800 level is necessary for the upward momentum to strengthen.Crypto NewsU.S. Vice President JD Vance: “Soon, more than 100 million Americans will own #Bitcoin.”Nvidia Q1 2025 Earnings: Came in above expectations at $44.1 billion.Pakistan is establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve under government leadership.A federal court ruled that Trump does not have the authority to impose tariffs under economic emergency legislation.The Central Bank of Russia announced it will allow financial institutions to offer crypto-linked derivatives, securities, and digital financial assets to qualified investors.Top Gainers:ZBCN → Up 32.0% to $0.00550774SPX → Up 21.7% to $1.18EIGEN → Up 11.4% to $1.67TON → Up 8.7% to $3.35IOTX → Up 8.6% to $0.02358207Top Losers:PLUME → Down 7.9% to $0.1474069SYRUP → Down 7.2% to $0.41507846DEEP → Down 4.8% to $0.17444699GRASS → Down 4.6% to $2.14AI16Z → Down 4.2% to $0.29408506Fear Index:Bitcoin: 73Ethereum: 62Dominance:Bitcoin: 63.46% ▼ 0.45%Ethereum: 9.86% ▲ 2.28%Daily Total Net ETF InflowsBTC ETFs: $432.70 MillionETH ETFs: $84.90 MillionKey Data to Watch Today15:30 – Gross Domestic Product (GDP) (Quarterly) (Q1)Forecast: -0.3%Previous: 2.4%15:30 – Initial Jobless ClaimsForecast: 229KPrevious: 227K19:00 – EIA Crude Oil InventoriesForecast: 1.000M barrels increasePrevious: 1.328M barrels increaseGlobal MarketsThis morning, global risk appetite is trending positively. The decision by the U.S. International Trade Court to halt tariffs imposed by former President Trump on imports—citing an overreach of legal authority—was welcomed by the markets. Following this development, U.S. stock index futures, which had closed lower yesterday, are showing gains of up to 2% this morning. Similarly, futures in Asian and European markets are also on the rise.Yesterday, U.S. equity indices closed in negative territory. The Fed’s May FOMC meeting minutes emphasized the increased uncertainty due to import tariffs and stated that interest rate policy changes should wait until there is more clarity on the economic outlook. Additionally, concerns were raised about inflation being more persistent than expected and rising unemployment risks. As a result, investor risk appetite decreased, and selling pressure intensified. The S&P 500 fell 0.56%, the Dow Jones 0.58%, and the Nasdaq 0.51%. All sectors posted negative performances, with infrastructure, raw materials, and energy leading the losses.Meanwhile, Nvidia’s much-anticipated Q1 results were released. Although its net profit of $0.81 per share slightly missed expectations, revenue came in stronger than expected at $44.1 billion. Despite ongoing restrictions in the Chinese market, these robust results were positively received by both Nvidia shareholders and the broader market.Today’s economic data flow is highlighted by U.S. Q1 GDP figures and personal consumption expenditures. These indicators could be key in determining market direction. Overall, Trump’s trade policies and the Fed’s cautious stance continue to be major influences on global markets.Most Valuable Companies and Stock PricesMicrosoft (MSFT) → $3.4 trillion market cap, $457.36 per share, down 0.72%NVIDIA (NVDA) → $3.29 trillion market cap, $134.81 per share, down 0.51%Apple (AAPL) → $2.99 trillion market cap, $200.42 per share, up 0.10%Amazon (AMZN) → $2.17 trillion market cap, $204.72 per share, down 0.63%Alphabet (GOOG) → $2.1 trillion market cap, $173.38 per share, down 0.34%Borsa IstanbulDomestically, Turkey’s Economic Confidence Index rose slightly to 96.7 in May. While consumer and sectoral confidence indices increased, business confidence declined. Today, TURKSTAT will release the final foreign trade data for April. According to preliminary data from the Ministry of Trade, exports rose 8.5% year-over-year to $20.9 billion, while imports increased by 12.9% to $33 billion. Consequently, the trade deficit rose by $2.1 billion year-over-year, reaching $12 billion. On Friday, Q1 2025 GDP data and the Central Bank of Turkey’s Financial Stability Report will be released.The BIST-100 index closed at 9,178 yesterday, continuing its downward movement. The index tested 9,248 with a limited intraday rise but then fell back due to selling pressure, ending the day near its lowest dollar-based level in a year. The technical outlook remains weak, with the 9,148–9,044 band seen as a relatively strong support zone. A short-term rebound may occur at these levels, but a drop below this range could signal further weakness.Closures above 9,475 could signal renewed optimism. Intraday resistance levels are at 9,224, 9,325, 9,331, and 9,410, while the main resistance levels are at 9,475/9,500, 9,588, and 9,740/9,760. Support levels are at 9,148, 9,074/9,044, 8,984, 8,872, and 8,618. The index is expected to move sideways today. Key data releases this week include Friday’s GDP figures and the Central Bank’s report.Top Companies by Market Value on Borsa IstanbulQNB Finansbank (QNBTR) → Market cap: 863.46 billion TL, price per share: 257.75 TL, no changeAselsan Electronic Industries (ASELS) → Market cap: 616.06 billion TL, price per share: 132.70 TL, down 1.78%Garanti Bank (GARAN) → Market cap: 467.04 billion TL, price per share: 110.80 TL, down 0.36%Turkish Airlines (THYAO) → Market cap: 381.57 billion TL, price per share: 278.25 TL, up 0.63%Koç Holding (KCHOL) → Market cap: 364.66 billion TL, price per share: 143.70 TL, down 0.07%Precious Metals and Currency PricesGold: 4,111 TLSilver: 41.88 TLPlatinum: 1,364 TLUSD: 39.09 TLEUR: 44.06 TLSee you again tomorrow with more market updates!
