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The post How the Crypto Market Could React on Monday After the U.S. Shutdown appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News As the United States enters a partial governmentThe post How the Crypto Market Could React on Monday After the U.S. Shutdown appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News As the United States enters a partial government

How the Crypto Market Could React on Monday After the U.S. Shutdown

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2026/01/31 16:15
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The post How the Crypto Market Could React on Monday After the U.S. Shutdown appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

As the United States enters a partial government shutdown with the House now scheduled to take action on Monday, crypto traders are bracing for a potentially volatile start to the week. 

The uncertainty after the gold & silver price crash has already influenced crpyto market wipping out nearly $200 billion from the market. 

U.S. Government Partially Shut Down 

Crypto prices stayed under strong pressure after late Friday updates showed the U.S. government entering a partial shutdown. Lawmakers approved a temporary funding plan, but the House failed to vote before going into recess. 

Because of this delay, the shutdown began, and the House is now expected to take action on Monday. This uncertainty has kept financial markets tense.

At the same time, the market is under pressure from a sharp drop in gold and silver prices. Gold has fallen nearly 15%, while silver is down about 32%, adding fear to an already weak market.

Bitcoin has also felt the impact, sliding from around $88,000 to below $82,000 in hours. Although Bitcoin has made a slight recovery, now trading around $83,559, but still down by nearly 5%.

What Could Happen to Bitcoin and Altcoins on Monday

Historically, crypto markets tend to open cautiously after major such political events. If the House shows progress and moves closer to approving the spending bill, Bitcoin could see a small relief bounce of around 2% to 4%. Major altcoins may follow with slightly higher volatility.

However, if lawmakers remain divided or delay action further, selling pressure could return. In past shutdowns, key data like jobs and inflation reports were delayed, making it harder for traders to price risk. 

And therefore, Bitcoin felt 9%, dropping from around $103,000 to $92,000, while altcoins declined between 12% and 25% due to low liquidity.

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Top Crypto Analysts Expect BTC To Hit $74K

In this situation, crypto analyst Ted expects Bitcoin to test key support near $80,000. If this level fails, Bitcoin could fall further toward the April 2025 low near $74,000. 

Altcoins, meanwhile, may see sharper and faster moves as trading opens for the week with thin liquidity.

Therefore, Monday’s crypto performance will largely depend on House signals, liquidity conditions, and early trading volume. 

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FAQs

How does a U.S. government shutdown affect crypto markets?

A shutdown increases uncertainty, reducing liquidity and causing volatility as traders delay decisions until lawmakers act.

What could happen to Bitcoin on Monday after the shutdown?

If the House signals progress on funding, Bitcoin may bounce 2–4%. Delays could trigger renewed selling and higher volatility.

How are altcoins likely to respond to this market uncertainty?

Altcoins may experience sharper price swings than Bitcoin due to thin liquidity and heightened investor caution.

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