Bitcoin's Dip: 4 Reasons the Rally May Not Be Over
Bitcoin (BTC) is consolidating after reaching highs above $123,000, a phase often seen before major breakouts. Profit-taking among long-term holders (LTHs) is up, but several indicators suggest further gains are possible.
Key Points
- Institutional selling: A primary factor in the recent dip.
- Whale activity: Remains bullish, indicating potential upward momentum.
- Miner behavior: Suggests confidence in Bitcoin's future.
Profit-Taking on the Rise
Long-term holders are selling to secure profits, with the Spent Output Profit Ratio (SOPR) exceeding 2.5, the highest this year, according to CryptoQuant.
However, this SOPR level is still below 4.0, a threshold that historically marked local tops for Bitcoin, indicating there may be room for price appreciation.
If LTHs continue selling, it could push prices down. The Binary Coin Days Destroyed (CDD) indicator currently reads 1, signaling ongoing selling pressure from long-term holders.
Bullish Market Forces
Despite LTHs selling, whales and miners are exhibiting bullish behavior. The Whale Exchange Ratio is at 0.42, suggesting active trading by whales, with recent gains hinting at further positive momentum.
The Miner Position Index (MPI) is at -0.2 and trending upward. Negative MPI values indicate miners are holding onto their Bitcoin, reducing supply and potentially creating a supply squeeze.
Institutional Sentiment
Institutional investors sold $131.40 million worth of Bitcoin in the last 24 hours, ending a 12-day streak of net buying. However, their total net holdings remain substantial at $111.47 billion, according to CoinGlass.
This selling activity may be a temporary pullback, aligning with the SOPR trend, rather than a fundamental shift in market sentiment. A resurgence in institutional buying could signal the resumption of bullish momentum.
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