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Bitcoin Holdings on Exchanges Reach Lowest Point Since December 2021, Indicating Reduced 'Sell-Off Risk'
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With Bitcoin ($BTC), the leading cryptocurrency, experiencing a nearly 6% price decline over a week and now trading below $67,000, data indicates that the amount of Bitcoin available on cryptocurrency exchanges has reached its lowest point since December 2021.
Based on information provided by the on-chain analytics company Santiment, the amount of Bitcoin currently held on cryptocurrency exchanges has dropped to approximately 942,000 BTC. This figure represents the lowest level since December 2021, a time when Bitcoin's price hovered around $50,000 before falling to a low of $40,000 during a bearish market phase. This declining trend saw Bitcoin's value eventually slide to just above $16,000 following the collapse of FTX.
According to Santiment, historical data indicates that the overall risk of a decline in the cryptocurrency market is reduced when the available supply of Bitcoin (BTC) for sale is restricted.
???? The amount of Bitcoin available on exchanges has decreased to its lowest point since December 2021, now around 942,000 coins. On the other hand, Ethereum and Tether are seeing increased activity. Historically, when the supply of Bitcoin available for sale is constrained, the overall risk of price drops in the crypto market is reduced. pic.twitter.com/vGv0q6esxx
— Santiment (@santimentfeed) June 13, 2024
— Santiment (@santimentfeed) June 13, 2024
Despite this, statistics indicate that the amount of Ethereum held on exchanges has increased to 17.98 million ETH, though this is significantly lower than its peak of almost 30 million ETH in May 2020. Similarly, Tether’s USDt on exchanges has surged to 16 billion tokens, approaching its record high of 16.95 billion.
An increase in the amount of stablecoins available on exchanges typically suggests that cryptocurrency traders are preparing to purchase more tokens using those stablecoins. This scenario can be seen as a positive indicator, especially considering the decreased availability of Bitcoin on exchanges.
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Interestingly, data indicates an increasing interest in a market-neutral approach within the cryptocurrency sector. Experts point out that the unprecedented number of short positions on Bitcoin futures highlights this trend.
The basis trade strategy involves investors taking advantage of price differences between the spot and futures markets. They do this by buying Bitcoin in the spot market and, at the same time, selling futures contracts at a higher price. This allows traders to make a profit while maintaining a position that isn't affected by overall market movements.
The introduction of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the U.S. increased the appeal of basis trading. This enables investors to invest in Bitcoin indirectly without owning the actual cryptocurrency. Additionally, the price difference between current and future contracts offers a chance for arbitrage.
Investors have the option to purchase the ETF while at the same time selling futures contracts, earning a profit from the price discrepancy as the futures price aligns. The introduction of ETFs has simplified this cash-and-carry approach, as they can be traded via regulated brokerage firms.
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