Bitcoin Struggles Below $90K Amid Major Long-Term Holder Sell-Off

Bitcoin is currently facing challenges below the $90,000 level, with ongoing selling pressure influencing market sentiment. Recent price declines have shifted analyst perspectives from bullish to potentially entering a bear market.

  • Momentum has reversed, liquidity has decreased, and Bitcoin has not reclaimed crucial resistance levels.
  • Investors are closely monitoring the high-$80K region for potential support or further decline.

Long-Term Holder Distribution Signals Major Cycle Shift

  • Long-Term Holders (LTH) have significantly reduced their positions by 1.57 million BTC as prices approach $80,000.
  • LTH supply dropped from 15.75 million BTC to 13.6 million BTC, indicating a major sell-off phase.
  • Recent selling by LTHs is reminiscent of previous market tops and suggests a possible transition to a weaker phase.

Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Supply and Price | Source: Axel Adler

BTC Attempts Stabilization After Sharp Breakdown

  • Bitcoin dropped sharply from $120K to near $80K, with current trading around $86,800.
  • The price remains under key moving averages, suggesting continued downside momentum.
  • Recent volume spikes during selloffs indicate forced liquidation rather than orderly selling.
  • A base above $85K is crucial for bulls to prevent further declines toward $78K or $72K.

BTC testing support around $85K | Source: BTCUSDT chart on TradingView