The main cryptocurrency has slowed after a nearly two-day rally. The momentum received from Tesla's messages about buying bitcoins faded, the BTC/USD pair moved to consolidation.

Bitcoin is currently in the middle of a wide range between support at 41,980.24, drawn from previous all-time highs, and an approximate target of $50,000 per BTC (or 51,830.92 - the 161.8% Fibonacci Extension).

In the middle of the corridor, the consolidation range 44,787.66 - 47,483.28 is clearly visible. Its appearance is quite logical, and the further direction of the pair will depend on which of the area boundaries the price breaks through.

There is a high probability of an upward exit from consolidation and reaching the next price target. But it is difficult to predict how long the price will stay in sideways and after what time the growth will take place. And the likelihood of an alternative scenario for a local downward impulse should not be ruled out.