Recent data indicates a significant drop in Bitcoin trading volume, suggesting a lack of investor engagement with the asset.
Bitcoin Volume Decline Amid Sideways Price Movement
An analysis by CryptoQuant reveals a considerable decline in BTC trading volume, indicating a decrease in market activity. Low trading volume signifies minimal interest and activity among traders.
Traditionally, high trading volume reflects active trading and investor enthusiasm, while low volume indicates investor disinterest and inactivity in the market.
The visual representation illustrates the fluctuation in spot and derivatives trading volumes for Bitcoin over the year, with derivatives dominating the scene. Recently, both spot and derivatives volumes have dwindled, leading to an overall decrease in market activity.
The subdued trading volume can be attributed to Bitcoin’s stagnant price movements, which have failed to excite investors. Typically, volatile price swings attract traders, leading to increased trading volume. Conversely, prolonged consolidation phases like the current one can bore investors, diverting their attention elsewhere.
It remains uncertain how long this low volume period will last before a significant market shift reignites interest in Bitcoin.
Bitcoin Price Update
Following a brief downturn, Bitcoin has rebounded above $70,000, recording a 3% increase in the past 24 hours. The sustainability of this upturn is uncertain, and it remains to be seen whether Bitcoin will break out of its recent range-bound pattern or revert to sideways trading.