The volume of transactions with bitcoins among retail investors reached peak values

Since mid -December, retail investors with a balance of up to 1 BTC began to actively accumulate bitcoins (BTC). This was stated by researchers of Glassnode. They noted that the average daily purchase volume amounted to 10,627 BTC, which is 72% higher than the average indicator over the past year. This behavior differs from activity in November 2024, when many investors sold coins against the backdrop of bitcoin price growth above $ 100,000.

At the same time, large hodler (more than 1 thousand coins) from the end of November demonstrate the opposite dynamics. They actively take bitcoins on exchanges, creating potential pressure on the sale. The average daily volume of their distribution reached 32 509 BTC, which is 9 times higher than the average indicator per year.

According to the company’s researchers, the growth of the activity of retail investors may indicate their confidence in the future bitcoin potential. Increased purchases against the background of price correction indicates faith in further growth the cost of bitcoin. It also emphasizes the changed market structure, where small investors begin to have a noticeable effect.

“However, the behavior of whales is concerned. A massive output of coins on the exchange can lead to increased pressure on the market. If sales continue, this may complicate the increase in prices in the near future, ”the experts assured.

Experts believe that the current situation creates a complex balance between the purchasing activity of retail investors and the possible pressure from large holders. Against this background, the key factor will be the dynamics of market demand. According to them, while the market retains uncertainty, participants are recommended to carefully monitor large volumes on trading platforms. These data can become an important indicator for predicting further price trends.

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Peter Ivanov