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Bitcoin slips under $81,000 as stocks drop and oil climbs

TradingGain Newsroom·8d ago·23 Oct 2026, 15:39 UTC

Bitcoin fell below $81,000 while stocks declined. Brent crude oil reached its highest level since March at the same time. Traders are now watching the 50-day moving average, which may guide the next move in bitcoin.

BTCAt the time of writing, Bitcoin traded at $81,641 (-0.01% in 24h).Live price →

Why it matters

Bitcoin dropped below $81,000 during a day when stocks also fell.
Brent crude hit its highest level since March, adding pressure to broader markets.
The 50-day moving average is in focus, so traders may watch it closely.

What to watch next

Watch whether bitcoin holds above or moves below the 50-day moving average.

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