Cryptocurrency markets extended their winning streak for a fifth consecutive session today (Monday), 27 October 20205, as Bitcoin price surged past $115,000 and Ethereum reclaimed the critical $4,200 level, with the rally fueled by easing US-China trade tensions and growing expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts.

In this article, I analyze four charts – BTC/USDT, ETH/USDT, XRP/USDT and DOGE/USDT – drawing on more than 10 years of experience as an investor and technical analyst to explore why cryptocurrency prices are surging.

Why Crypto Is Going Up Today?

Total cryptocurrency market capitalization climbed approximately 1.9% to $3.92 trillion as investors positioned ahead of the Fed's October 29 meeting, where there's a 98.3% probability of a 25-basis-point rate cut according to CME's FedWatch Tool.

Bitcoin traded at $115,956 at 8:17 AM CET Monday, gaining 1.22% daily after Sunday's 2.6% surge that broke through the 50-day exponential moving average at $114,176. The cryptocurrency has now recovered nearly half of the losses from the October 10 crash that sent prices tumbling to $103,000, demonstrating remarkable resilience as bulls target a retest of the $120,000 level.

US-China Trade Framework Sparks Weekend Rally

The cryptocurrency surge accelerated over the weekend following the announcement of a US-China trade framework agreement reached during two days of negotiations in Malaysia on October 26. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that negotiators achieved a "very substantial framework" that could prevent threatened 100% US tariffs and secure a pause on China's rare-earth export restrictions.

Joel Kruger, strategist at LMAX, emphasized that "the recent rebound in crypto has been supported by an improving macro backdrop—particularly softer U.S. CPI data that has reinforced expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts and a more accommodative policy stance." He added that "together with easing yields and stronger risk sentiment, this has provided a catalyst for renewed demand across digital assets heading into year-end."

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Bitcoin Technical Breakout Opens Path to $120K

According to my technical analysis, Bitcoin (BTC) price is climbing for a fifth consecutive session, with Sunday's 2.6% gain breaking through the 50-day exponential moving average at $114,176. Monday's additional 1% advance establishes two-week highs at $115,647, with the cryptocurrency reclaiming the 23.6% Fibonacci retracement and opening the path toward a retest of the psychologically significant $120,000 level marked by July highs.

Breaking through this $120,000 zone would open the door toward $123,000 and subsequently $126,000, representing the all-time highs established on August 1 and October 5, respectively. Although Bitcoin experienced turbulence in early October, including a single-day 7% decline, the cryptocurrency found support at the 200-day exponential moving average (200 EMA) at $108,639, with a double-bottom formation providing the platform for the current decisive bounce and return to upward momentum.

In my view, Bitcoin could return to price discovery mode before year-end, establishing new all-time highs and climbing further north.

Derivatives data from CoinGlass showed $319.18 million in short liquidations over 24 hours through Sunday, indicating bearish positions were squeezed as the breakout accelerated. Trading volume jumped approximately 318% above session average during the initial surge past $112,000, confirming genuine buying interest rather than thin liquidity driving the move.

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Ethereum Surges Past $4,200 After Testing 200 EMA

From my technical analysis of the Ethereum (ETH) price chart, the cryptocurrency is rising for a fifth straight session, and after a very strong Sunday surge of over 5%, it added another 2% Monday, testing intraday levels at $4,253. Most significantly, Ethereum broke above the 50-day exponential moving average (50 EMA) for the first time in over two weeks, returning above the psychologically important $4,000 level and the resistance marked by mid-August lows.

As a result, Ethereum now has room to bounce toward this year's highs drawn around the $4,800 level, established by August highs and subsequently tested four more times. A stronger base for Ethereum's rebound was provided by testing the 200-day exponential moving average (200 EMA) and 50% Fibonacci retracement from the first part of the month, along with local support in the form of a double bottom drawn in recent weeks around $3,700.

Kruger noted that "from a technical standpoint, the outlook remains constructive. The recent pullback in bitcoin and ether appears to be a healthy consolidation phase following fresh record highs against the U.S. dollar." He expects "these markets to remain well supported on dips, paving the way for another leg higher into year-end."

XRP Consolidates Below Key Resistance Despite Rally

Although XRP is rising for a fifth consecutive session just like Ethereum and Bitcoin, according to my technical analysis the chart sits in a somewhat worse position following strong 15% declines from early October that broke a wedge formation and entered consolidation at levels last tested in July. Support was established in the $2.20-$2.35 range, while resistance sits in the $2.60-$2.70 zone, additionally strengthened by the 50 EMA and 200 EMA.

Until XRP breaks through this resistance zone, in my view, the price remains under pressure and could decline again to $2.35, or even further toward June lows around the psychologically round $2.00 level. The cryptocurrency needs to reclaim the moving average grid and push decisively above $2.70 to invalidate the bearish technical setup and open the path toward higher targets.

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Dogecoin Faces Death Cross Warning

Dogecoin (DOGE) price, unlike the cryptocurrencies described above, is not rising for a fifth consecutive session. However, it gained nearly 5% Sunday and added another 1% Monday, establishing session highs at $0.2095. This doesn't change the fact that price continues consolidating at August levels below an important resistance zone marked by lows also from that month around $0.21.

It's worth emphasizing that the 50-day moving average has practically crossed below the 200 EMA from above, which for technical analysis enthusiasts like myself represents a very strong signal that could push Dogecoin's price significantly lower from current levels. My target downside level would be around $0.14—representing June 20 lows this year and marking the beginning of the current cycle for Dogecoin, which extends up to peaks tested in September around $0.30.

What would need to happen for me to change my view on Dogecoin? First and foremost, breaking the current resistance zone and the intraday moving average grid at $0.22 would be necessary, which would open the path back toward highs toward the next significant resistance level at $0.25.

Bitcoin Price Prediction: Seasonal Trends Support Q4 Strength

Kruger emphasized the importance of historical patterns supporting the current rally. "We continue to emphasize the importance of seasonal trend analysis, which remains relevant despite October's uneven performance so far. Historically, both October and the broader fourth quarter have delivered strong results for bitcoin and crypto markets as a whole."

While October started with volatility, including the October 10 crash that wiped billions from the crypto market, "there is still ample time for momentum to shift—and as we know, a week can be a long time in crypto," Kruger noted. The five-day winning streak demonstrates how quickly sentiment can reverse when catalysts align, particularly with the combination of improving trade relations, dovish Fed expectations, and technical breakouts converging simultaneously.

Bitcoin's potential targets based on technical projections include $134,100 according to falling wedge breakout analysis, with critical resistance at $117,600 needing to hold on a daily close basis. A full breakout above that level would unlock subsequent resistance at $121,400 and $126,300, potentially establishing new all-time highs before year-end.

Crypto Price Analysis, FAQ

Why is crypto surging for 5 days straight?

Cryptocurrency markets rallied for five consecutive sessions driven by US-China trade framework agreement announced October 26 (preventing threatened 100% tariffs), Federal Reserve rate cut expectations at 98.3% probability for October 29 meeting following weaker-than-expected 3% CPI data, technical breakouts with Bitcoin reclaiming $114,176 50-day MA and Ethereum surging past $4,200, and $319.18 million short liquidations creating squeeze dynamics.

Will Bitcoin continue going up?

Bitcoin trades at $115,956 after breaking 50-day MA, with technical analysis targeting $120,000 retest (July highs) then $123,000-$126,000 (all-time high zones), though LMAX strategist Joel Kruger notes "recent pullback appears to be healthy consolidation" with markets "well supported on dips, paving the way for another leg higher into year-end" supported by seasonal Q4 strength historically delivering strong crypto performance.

What's causing the Ethereum rally?

Key catalysts include US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announcing "very substantial framework" with China preventing tariff escalation, September CPI falling to 3% below 3.1% expected reinforcing Fed dovish stance, softer yields creating attractive environment for non-yielding assets, technical breakouts above key moving averages, and structural tailwinds from institutional adoption and regulatory clarity throughout 2025's "defining year for digital assets".

Is it too late to buy crypto now?

No. Bitcoin recovered nearly half of October 10 crash losses but remains 8% below $126,198 all-time high, with analysts targeting $134,100 potential on falling wedge breakout though critical resistance at $117,600 requires daily close confirmation, while Kruger cautions markets should be "well supported on dips" suggesting pullbacks offer entry opportunities, though cryptocurrency volatility requires careful position sizing and risk management given rapid five-day advance.