The altii-BTC-Report 2026-04-18

ReportsThe altii-BTC-Report 2026-04-18

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Key Data Snapshot

Bitcoin 1Y price chart in EUR
Bitcoin 1Y price chart (EUR), source: CoinGecko.
Metric Value
Price (EUR) 65,485.00
24h Change +3.34%
Market Cap 1.31T EUR
24h Volume 58.50B EUR
All-Time High 107,662.00 (Oct 2025)
ATH Drawdown -39.18%
200-Day Change -32.94%
BTC Dominance 57.31%

Market Setup

Risk sentiment is positive with broadly positive equity momentum. The Euro area yields are mixed while the FX backdrop is mixed. Key observations include Nasdaq Composite leading on a 1-month basis at 10.46% and DACH indicators averaging 3.40% over 5 days. This supportive macro environment provides a backdrop for risk assets, including Bitcoin, as institutional infrastructure continues to mature.

Investment Thesis

Bitcoin functions as a digital commodity rather than a traditional stock, lacking earnings and dividends. Research indicates a correlation coefficient of 0.53 with equities, classifying the asset as a turbocharged tech stock rather than a safe haven during geopolitical terror [T5]. While Gold served as a superior inflation hedge in 2025 with a +65% return versus Bitcoin’s -5% [T8], Bitcoin offers high-beta growth potential as a scarce digital asset capped at 21 million coins [T5]. The investment thesis relies on the evolution of Bitcoin from a speculative asset to a foundational digital store of value within institutional portfolios.

Bullish Drivers

Institutional product innovation is expanding beyond spot exposure. Goldman Sachs filed for a Bitcoin Income ETF (BITA) offering steady returns through options strategies, signaling a shift toward income-generating products [T1][T4]. Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF garnered $100 million in its first week, demonstrating strong initial demand [T6]. Regulatory tailwinds are strengthening with the Clarity Act having a 70% probability of passing this year [T2]. This legislation, supported by US Treasury Secretary Bessent, aims to build financial innovation on American rails [T2]. Additionally, the largest generational wealth transfer in history, valued at up to $100 trillion moving to crypto-native Millennials and Gen Z, creates structural demand [T2].

Relative Positioning vs Gold and Ethereum

Gold remains the superior safe haven during geopolitical terror, acting as a heavy, boring rock when supply chains choke [T8]. Bitcoin acts as a tech stock that can spike during volatility [T8]. Regarding Ethereum, recent events like the shutdown of the Foundation NFT platform highlight the maturation and risks within the ecosystem [T6]. Institutional infrastructure is evolving, with Hong Kong licensing HSBC and Standard Chartered to issue stablecoins, creating alternative financial rails [T6]. This diversification of regulatory environments suggests Bitcoin may increasingly compete with gold for allocation while Ethereum captures value in the smart contract and DeFi layers.

Scenario Framework

The Base Case assumes the Clarity Act passes, removing regulatory uncertainty and allowing ETF flows to normalize. This supports a consolidation phase between 60,000 and 80,000 EUR. The Bull Case involves a regulatory breakthrough triggering massive institutional inflows, potentially retesting the October 2025 ATH of 107,662 EUR. The Bear Case posits that regulatory friction or a macro recession could trigger a retest of support levels below 50,000 EUR.

Valuation Discussion

Current valuation stands at approximately 61% of the October 2025 all-time high valuation. With a fully diluted valuation of 1.31 trillion EUR, the asset is trading at a discount to its peak, offering potential entry points for long-term holders if bullish drivers materialize. However, the launch of income-generating ETFs like BITA may compress volatility but could also cap upside participation over time [T1].

Risks

Regulatory uncertainty remains the primary institutional blocker at 42% [T3]. The SEC has paused the launch of Grayscale’s multi-asset ETF, citing the need for further review [T7]. Furthermore, Bitcoin’s correlation with equities at 0.53 means it suffers in bear markets, acting like a tech stock rather than a safe haven [T5]. A shift in macro risk sentiment could therefore lead to disproportionate drawdowns relative to traditional equities.

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