Outspoken gold advocate Peter Schiff warned that Bitcoin could be “topped” as traders await a Federal Reserve decision this week.
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According to a post on his X account, Sif said gold and silver have broken out, showing signs that Bitcoin is losing momentum.
Comments are attracting attention as they come just before the major Federal Reserve meetings, which many expect to affect risk assets.
Market resistance of $116,000
Bitcoin has been stuck near the $116,000 level and has not been able to push past that mark, even after recent profits.
Based on the market report, BTC has increased by around 4% over the past week, but has encountered strong resistance at around $116,000. That hesitation is part of why some voices like Schiff are warning that the top may be formed.
The Fed is trying to make major policy mistakes by increasing interest rates. Gold and silver broke out, and Larry finally led the mining inventory to confirm. But instead of escaping, Bitcoin is topped. Time to change the horse Hodler.
– Peter Schiff (@PeterSchiff) September 14, 2025
Fed timing and rate reduction questions
The Federal Open Market Committee was held on September 17th, with many participants hoping to cut interest rates at the meeting.
The report links Schiff’s warning to the timing of its movement, claiming that a policy shift from the Fed could transform Flow into crypto and other risky assets in a way that the market is not yet fully priced.
Traders are analyzing both macro signals and on-chain data as they set up what could be a volatile session.
Gold and Silver Gathering
Schiff contrasted with the flatness of Bitcoin and what he called a strong movement of gold and silver. In his post, he suggested that mining stocks have confirmed the metal gathering, and then added that Bitcoin appears tired.
That dull comparison is part of his broader message that if the current pattern persists, some investors may want to balance it with the metals.
How other analysts view it
Not everyone agrees to a pessimistic take. Some commentators point to Bitcoin’s recent weekly profits, highlighting the large buyers and the Corporate Treasury that continue to add BTC.
Others warn that it is difficult to call the top, and that markets often provide false signals about major policy events. Still, Schiff’s tweets expanded the debate and spurred a fresh call to draw attention among certain traders.
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Whether Bitcoin can decisively exceed $116,000, and the Fed’s announcement on September 17th is the volume of the rally, whether it’s a short-term trigger to watch.
If BTC is unable to retain support after Fed news, some tech traders could be aside or reduce risk exposure. Conversely, a clean break that outweighs resistance can weaken the discussion of toppings and encourage updated purchases.
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