New Buyers Fuel Bitcoin Demand, Driving Rally to New Highs Amid Contradictory Signals
Bitcoin’s price surged above $122,884 on Monday, shattering its previous all-time high, a development attributed primarily to record levels of acquisition by new investors who appear indifferent to short-term price fluctuations, according to Bitfinex analyst data. This influx of new capital is cited as a potential catalyst for further price appreciation, outpacing existing supply mechanisms.
Accelerated Accumulation by New Investors
Bitfinex analysts highlighted a rapid expansion in the collective Bitcoin holdings of new investor cohorts, noting their portfolios increased by approximately 19,300 BTC per month. This pace significantly surpasses the current monthly issuance rate of 13,400 BTC, a function of the 2024 halving.
“Demand from this segment alone is more than enough to absorb all new supply,” the analysts stated. They added that these relatively new Shibes (BTC holders) exhibit a “consistently pronounced buying pattern” with “limited intervals between purchases,” independent of prevailing Bitcoin prices.
Spikes in Bullishness Contrast with Volatility Warnings
Despite the market’s bullish momentum, experts caution that rapid price increases can precede sharp corrections. Redstone co-founder Marcin Kazmierczak emphasized that while Bitcoin’s price is being projected to potentially reach $140,000 shortly, “history teaches us that parabolic moves often invite sharp corrections.”
Kazmierczak pointed to recent market actions as a reminder of volatility: nearly $430 million worth of Bitcoin short positions were liquidated as the price broke through the $121,000 threshold. He advised investors to exercise “caution, not euphoria,” regarding upcoming Bitcoin milestones, suggesting “rising sentiment warrants careful position sizing.”
The Crypto Fear & Greed Index registered a “Greed” score of 74 on Monday, indicating sustained market optimism. However, Santiment analyst Brian Quinlivan and others warn that current sentiment levels, while seemingly bullish, have historically preceded price declines.
QCP Capital weighed in positively, observing, “Bitcoin’s relentless rally shows no signs of fatigue, surging past $122K as momentum accelerates.”
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