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"Crypto markets are facing a mildly cautious macro backdrop as weakness across US equities points to softer risk appetite. The Nasdaq fell 1.13%, while the S&P 500 and Dow declined 0.75% and 0.68%, respectively. Gold edged higher as investors sought defensive assets, while lower oil prices offered some relief from inflation concerns. For crypto, these conditions may keep Bitcoin range-bound and place greater pressure on altcoins, which are typically more sensitive to shifts in liquidity and risk sentiment. 

Bitcoin has pulled back to around $84,425 after facing resistance near $87,000. The immediate pressure is largely macro-driven as US Treasury yields have climbed above 5%, making bonds more attractive and reducing risk appetite across equities and crypto. Geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East is also keeping investors cautious.

Despite this short-term volatility, institutional demand remains encouraging. US spot Bitcoin ETFs recently recorded nearly $1 billion in daily net inflows, suggesting that larger investors continue to accumulate. For now, $83,520 is the key support level to watch, followed by $81,000. A sustained move above $87,000 could restore positive momentum. Markets may remain sensitive to bond yields, inflation expectations and geopolitical developments.

Among altcoins, XRP is consolidating just below the psychologically important $1.50 level after its weekly surge. A decisive close above $1.50 - $1.52 could open the way toward $1.58 - $1.60. If momentum weakens, $1.45 - $1.47 is the first area to watch. Losing it could produce a deeper retracement toward $1.40.

SOL is holding close to $115 following a nearly 16% weekly rally. The first resistance zone sits around $116 - $118, with $120 acting as the more important breakout level. Support is likely around $112 - $113, followed by the stronger $108 - $110 area. Holding above $110 would keep the broader weekly recovery intact."