
小龙先生|4月 11, 2026 01:54
A friend asked me, "Can I go long with a light position at the current Bitcoin price
My analysis and response to the question of whether it is possible to take a long position in Bitcoin at the current price are as follows:
1、 Quick overview of current market conditions
The current price is around 72500-73000 US dollars, in a volatile upward channel of the fourth wave rebound. The price has rebounded from the low point around 70400 on April 10th and has broken through the 73000 mark, testing the 76000 direction.
Key variables: US Iran weekend talks (April 11-12) and ceasefire expiration on April 22.
2、 Feasibility analysis of long positions in light warehouses
2.1 Reasons for supporting long positions
Firstly, the short-term trend is upward. The price rebounded from 70400 to 73000, showing a volatile upward structure at the 4-hour level, with the low point gradually rising.
Secondly, ETF funds had a net inflow of $358 million on April 9th, indicating institutional allocation needs.
Thirdly, the US Iran ceasefire agreement is still in effect, and geopolitical risks have temporarily eased.
Fourthly, 76000 is a downward trend line, and if it breaks through, it may open up space to 79500.
2.2 Reasons for opposing long positions
Firstly, the current price is far from the support below (7000-71500) and close to the resistance above (76000). The profit to loss ratio is not cost-effective: enter 73000, stop loss 70500 (2500 points of risk), target 76000 (3000 points of return), with a profit to loss ratio of only 1.2:1.
Secondly, energy belongs to the secondary energy pulse, not the primary energy. There is no main quantity to support the rebound, and the height is limited.
Thirdly, the outcome of the weekend talks between the United States and Iran is uncertain. If the negotiations break down, the price may directly fall back.
Fourthly, the expiration of the ceasefire on April 22 is a potential window for change, which is not conducive to holding long positions in terms of timing.
3、 Final judgment: It is possible to go long with a light position, but it is not the best choice.
The profit to loss ratio is not cost-effective (1.2:1), and there is uncertainty in the weekend talks. If you must go long, you need to meet the following conditions:
Entry range: 71500-72000 (waiting for a pullback, not chasing high);
Stop loss: 70500 (if it falls below, the long structure will be destroyed);
Target: 76000 (first target), 79500 (second target, low probability);
Position: not exceeding 5% -10% (extremely light position);
Position holding time: Close the position before April 22nd and do not hold any positions beyond the change window.
4、 Better alternative strategies
If you are optimistic about the rebound, it would be better to wait for the pullback to the 71500-72000 range before going long, as the profit and loss ratio will be better.
If you don't want to take on weekend risks, it's better to wait until the April 22nd trading window ends and the direction is clear before proceeding.
If the midline is bearish, it is better to wait for the price to reach the 76000-79500 range and short after a bearish signal appears, which will result in a better profit loss ratio.