Market status as of 05/17/2025: what is the general sentiment and how to act?

The crypto market is currently in a phase of uncertainty: BTC is consolidating after the spring growth, alts are floundering, and sentiment is mixed. Many are waiting for a breakthrough, but no less so - a correction.

Main narratives:

Anticipation of the launch of the Solana ETF - this may become a new trigger for growth.

The alt season is in question - capital is not in a hurry to flow out of BTC yet.

Market motivation - fear and expectations. The fear and greed index is balancing in the neutral zone.

What should an investor do?

Do not chase short-term profit - be a strategist, not a speculator.

Check your positions: are you comfortable if the market falls by -30/40%?

Listen not to the noise, but to yourself. The market often manipulates emotions.