Bitcoin experienced a sharp and dramatic correction in early May 2026.

This volatility was not driven by a single event but is a typical result of the combined effects of macro policy shifts, geopolitical struggles, and high-leverage market structures.

🔍 Causes of the correction

· Macro policy shifts: The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates at a high of 3.5%-3.75% at the end of April, and the "hawkish" successor after Powell's departure sparked concerns over monetary tightening, forcing investors to reduce risk appetite.
· Geopolitical struggles: Tensions between the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz shifted from defense to offense, causing intense market fluctuations. After Trump's tough rhetoric on May 6, the market quickly shifted to safe-haven assets, leading to a sharp price drop.
· Chain reactions of leverage liquidations: Crypto derivatives trading accounts for as much as 87.77%, and chain liquidations in the derivatives market amplified price volatility. On May 7, over $584 million was liquidated within 24 hours, affecting more than 140k traders.

📉 Price trend review

· Sharp plunge: In late March, BTC once dropped from about $82,000 to around $74,000.
· Rapid rebound: On May 4, easing US-Iran tensions caused BTC to surge violently from about $78,500 to over $80,000 within hours.
· Rollercoaster market: As of May 7, BTC hovered around $81,000, with $85,000 as a key resistance level and $77,000 as a critical support.

Although institutional funds temporarily flowed back, providing some support, the market remains fragile. The future trend depends on Federal Reserve policy signals and the evolution of US-Iran relations. Short-term high volatility will likely persist, and investors should be cautious of leverage risks.

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