Bitcoin price has experienced a breakout surge over the past 24 hours, due to renewed optimism by investors. The cryptocurrency traded at $72,521, holding above the key support level of $72,294.
While this growth offers a glimmer of hope for short-term gains, the macro outlook remains a concern, leaving many cautious about Bitcoin’s future moves.
The percentage of supply in the profitability metric has recently dipped below its -1 standard deviation threshold, sitting at around 57%. This decline indicates that fewer Bitcoin owners are in profit than in previous periods, which historically indicate the early stages of a deep bear market. Similar readings were seen in May 2022 and November 2018, marking a significant drop in Bitcoin’s price.
When the percentage of supply in profit deteriorates, it reflects the increasing number of underwater owners – investors who bought Bitcoin at a high price and are now at a loss.
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This situation typically creates persistent selling pressure, making the consolidation phase less likely to be a springboard for a market recovery. Instead, it suggests that Bitcoin may be in a long-term negative market regime, with continued downward pressure in the medium term.
STH (Short Term Holder) Chain Cost Base Bonds (CBB) provide another relevant signal for Bitcoin. Historically, these bonds have marked points below the lower band when the rate falls below the lower band, especially during major corrections such as June 2022 and March 2020. A reversal usually occurs when the perceived price of STH turns into support, signaling a potential price recovery.
Currently, the realized price of STH is sitting at approximately $87,434. If the price of Bitcoin moves towards this level, it could lead to increased selling activity, as short-term owners may liquidate their holdings at breakeven.
This creates an additional layer of concern, as it could prevent any meaningful recovery by putting downward pressure on prices. If Bitcoin rises to STH’s perceived price, it may encounter resistance, making a sustained rally more challenging.
At the time of writing, the price of Bitcoin is $72,521, which is holding above the critical level of $72,294. Securing this support is essential for any potential recovery. However, early signs suggest that this recovery may be delayed, as several factors point to ongoing pressure from retailers.
