Bitcoin and Ethereum: Five Key Steps for Investors to Navigate the Next Phase

Bitcoin and Ethereum started October with a broadly steady market structure, but neither has confirmed a decisive breakout. Bitcoin traded roughly between USD83,020 and USD83,775 before settling near USD83,461, while Ethereum edged up from about USD2,658 to USD2,689. Investors are staying selective as interest rates and US Treasury yields remain elevated: the US 10-year yield is still above 5.3%, keeping financial conditions restrictive. The article highlights five areas to watch, including whether global liquidity improves, key Bitcoin support levels around USD83,300–83,400, and nearby supports at USD82,000–82,100 and USD81,100–81,600.