Bitcoin Short-Term Holders Begin Selling at a Loss

On-chain data indicates that short-term Bitcoin holders are selling at a loss.

Short-Term Holder SOPR Declines

  • The Bitcoin Spent Output Profit Ratio (SOPR) for short-term holders has dipped below 1.
  • This metric shows whether Bitcoin is being sold at a profit or loss.
  • A value above 1 indicates profit realization, while below 1 indicates loss realization.
  • Short-term holders are defined as those who acquired BTC within the last 155 days.
  • The current 7-day simple moving average of the short-term holder SOPR is 0.99.
  • This suggests loss-taking is becoming more prevalent among these investors.
  • Historical trends show that significant loss-taking often precedes market tops.
  • Current loss levels are not remarkable, indicating potential further declines before a bullish reversal may occur.

Bitcoin Price Update

  • Bitcoin's price has dropped by 3% in the past day, now at $91,600.

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