Markets were slightly lower on Tuesday, but small caps and Bitcoin saw sharper declines as investors took profits. After notching new highs, Bitcoin is now forming a potential series of tops — and what happens next could determine whether this rally continues or a correction unfolds. At the same time, the U.S. Dollar is quietly breaking out of its consolidation range to the upside. A stronger Dollar typically pressures risk assets, from emerging markets to commodities and crypto. The question now: Is this just a one-day pullback—or the start of a broader shift? In this pre-market update, Lance Roberts breaks down: Why Bitcoin’s pattern may be signaling a near-term turning point. How the Dollar’s breakout could reshape global asset performance. What the small-cap selloff says about investor sentiment and liquidity. 📈 Stay ahead of the markets — subscribe for daily macro updates and real-world portfolio insights from Lance Roberts and RIA Advisors. https://www.youtube.com/@RealInvestmentShow Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO  Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/4h03GxP ------- Get more info & commentary:  https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ ------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #Markets #Bitcoin #USDollar #Investing #InvestingAdvice #Investing #Money