The bitcoin pullback wipes out billions in crypto
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DoubleLine Capital CEO Jeffrey Gundlach on Monday warned that bitcoin could be getting overheated after its massive run in recent months.
“I don’t like bitcoin here. I don’t like things that are up on a stilt like that,” the so-called Bond King said on CNBC’s “Halftime Report.” “Bitcoin, to me, is now sort of in bubble territory in terms of the way it’s been acting.”
Gundlach’s comments Monday come as the price of bitcoin was down sharply to under $33,000 per digital coin. The cryptocurrency on Friday hit a record high of nearly $42,000 before it began to pull back. Bitcoin, however, is still up over 75% in the last month and more than 380% since April 1.
The major rally in bitcoin has come against the backdrop of the coronavirus pandemic, with governments across the globe unleashing massive stimulus efforts to aid ailing economies. That has stoked inflation concerns for some investors, and bitcoin has been one asset to which they have turned.
The increased adoption of bitcoin generally by institutional investors has been another factor credited with helping propel its ascent. And some people, such as prominent value investor Bill Miller, believe the digital coin has further room to run — while conceding its volatility is likely to remain.
“Bitcoin’s total supply is growing less than 2% a year and it’s obvious by the price that the demand is growing much, much faster than that,” Miller told CNBC on Friday. “As long as that obtains, bitcoin is likely to go higher and perhaps considerably higher.”
Gundlach acknowledged there is a potential for bitcoin bulls to be proven correct.
“The people that point out it has a terrific supply-demand dynamic, if indeed institutions get involved, they’re right,” Gundlach said. “That’s what can create these massive moves up in bitcoin.”
In January 2020, Gundlach predicted near-term upside for bitcoin, potentially as high as $15,000 per coin in the year.
The investor has taken a more negative view in other instances. For example, in December 2017, Gundlach said, “If you short bitcoin today, you’ll make money.” At that point, bitcoin was trading above $16,000 per coin. It would go on to fall dramatically, losing well over half its value by December 2018.
Gundlach, in explaining his current stance toward bitcoin, said Monday he was concerned investors have become too optimistic.
“I think all of these things are kind of baked in right now, and the trade location is poor,” he said. “Even the dollar, I’ve been very negative on the dollar since January of 2017 but I actually turned neutral on the dollar a little bit lower than where we are right now … just because these things seem like they’ve gotten too deeply into the consensus narrative.”
“There’s times when … people seem to be so much on one side of the boat that I just really don’t believe the boat can sell that well,” Gundlach added, “and I believe that’s where bitcoin is on the bullish side right now.”
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43 comments
Steven F January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
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The Spidercat January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
The value of bitcoin may be lower but what will always have a high value is Kate's smile 😉
Zac sesz January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Also clean your comment section you hacks it's full of bots that are spamming a scam phone number.
Zac sesz January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
I wish all these news agencies would just admit they are looking for a juicy tragedy in everything.
This is natural fluctuation. People (and especially Korea who caused these recent changes) buy a ton and sell a ton. Anyone who "lost billions" on this is willfully ignorant in market history.
I would be willing to wager that this same time next year BTC will be higher then ever and we will keep getting news stories like this. Bitcoin has "died" like 500 times according to these vultures.
yu January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
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Craig Butterfield January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
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Morrison David January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
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Michael Rulewicz January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
When are people going to learn that if you don't know what you're talking about nobody cares about your opinion.
cara k January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
I am still waiting on someone to call me abour my money . Cyto is a scram
Zahub Shahid January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Kate Rooney looks like Lydia from Breaking Bad
John Argires January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Why don’t you talk about something helpful like best ways to buy/sell, crypto/fees…oh wait your just a useless media outlet with no actual useful information or data.
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Simon Masson-Dupras January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Big pullback are as good as big pumps .. set your mind for this and be ready to smile either way
Simon Masson-Dupras January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
All the noobs getting scared .. its alright if we go to 15 k again .. man i like my coins as cheap as possible
If you cant stand 20 percent corection.. you are not made for this type of investment and should come back in 10 years when its way less risky .. and gives way lower reward
Simon Masson-Dupras January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Just DCA .. and thats it
Simon Masson-Dupras January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
It aint much of a pull back after the type of run we had
Thomas Khan January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
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Gary Young January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
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Top Hat January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
People love free money while wearing pajamas.. wth happened
Thuy pham January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Bitcoin has never failed not minding the current fluctuation in price,rather giving people the chance to make the right investment into btc,most of the wealthy investors started there investment during this period so why not start your investment now .
Mario Erick January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Bitcoin is the future of crypto and the questions traders ask themselves now is if this is right time to invest? before jumping into conclusion i think you should take a look at things first. for the past few days the price of BTC has been fluctuating which means the market is currently unstable and you cant tell if it is going bearish or bullish. while others still continue to trade without the fear of making lose, others are being patient. it all depends on the pattern with which you trade and also the source of your signals. i would say trading has been going smoothly for me after accumulating over 8.5 BTC in just two weeks, with the trading strategy given to me by Mr Samuel jeff. His methods are top notch and profitable and he can be contacted easily on WhatsApp +1 (6 5 0 )3 0 0 7 4 0 6 cheers.
Jose Munoz January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Dogecoin is the way to go
JanPBtest January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Why is this news? Just look at the weekly chart, it's just a blip, a standard-issue regular pulse, like that of any other price chart in existence. The naïveté is staggering.
Leisure Club ➊ January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Lol.. Everyone who know about Crypto Market was expecting a Pull back… Its normal in Crypto Markets…
SiLo Mixing and Mastering January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Sorry for the dump folks I was just taking some profits….lime green Lambo's don't pay for themselves
Toots May January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Coinbase sucks
Bandaids January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Breaking news: Crypto dips to levels not seen in 11 days!
Norman Adkins January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Well if you think the best way to profit from bitcoin is by holding then you're wrong, I make at least 0.3 btc every week trading with Patterson software
Adam A January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
He's a member of the mafia that manipulates the crypto market.
It's a Ponzi Scheme
Mike P January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
"Profit Taking".. . LMAO. What spin. 😂
supermash1 January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Whose comments didn't help?
todd klinginsmith January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Scam
Noel G January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
This drop is again manipulation with price from Coinbase.
Jesus Castillo January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Its not wiped out if you dont sell
Killsocialmedia January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Bitcoin is going to zero very soon
DutchEastIndianApplePie January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Yeah big deal it just pulled back to its last week's price…
J Shepin January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
SELL SELL SELL, shitcoin is going to zero
Where's Waldo??? ? January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Telling me or me reading that the dollar is worth more suddenly doesn't make me sell bitcoin. Only a moron would do that.
DOOMZY January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
Billions lol crypto ready to dabble in the Trillions
Kafdrygx Jhgrds January 13, 2021 12:55 pm
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