Bitcoin stays near $89,000 amid thin year-end trading. Here is what experts say

Bitcoin hovered around $89,000 on Friday amidst low year-end trading volumes. Price action remained rangebound as liquidity drove market direction. Analysts noted ETF inflows and stablecoin supply influenced movements. Altcoins showed mixed performance. Experts advise a patient, risk-managed approach until stronger institutional participation emerges. Global macro developments also impacted crypto's link to monetary policy.