Bitcoin Short-Term Holders Transfer 14,700 BTC to Exchanges at Loss

Recent on-chain data indicates that short-term holders of Bitcoin are selling at a loss due to increased market volatility driven by geopolitical tensions. Key points include:

  • Short-term holders (STHs) are defined as investors who acquired Bitcoin within the last 155 days.
  • 14,700 BTC has been transferred to exchanges by STHs, indicating elevated selling activity despite losses.
  • Profitable transfers from STHs remain low at 3,100 BTC, reflecting tight profit margins after recent price declines.
  • The average cost basis for STHs is close to current market prices, limiting profitability.

As of now, Bitcoin is trading around $101,300, down over 5% in the past week.