Bitcoin (BTC) hit a peak of $99,334 before stabilizing at $95,611, fueled by institutional capital inflows, including $3.35 billion into US spot Bitcoin ETFs last week. Despite profit-taking by long-term holders (LTHs), institutional demand has offset selling pressure.
The altcoin market, represented by the Total3 Index (excluding BTC and ETH), surged 23.2%, its highest move since April 2021. Large-cap altcoins like Solana (SOL) reached all-time highs, signaling renewed investor interest in altcoins as regulatory clarity improves.
LTH wallets, with an average BTC acquisition price of $24,912, have sold over 461,000 BTC since breaking the previous $73,666 high. Selling pressure remains less intense than during past peaks, suggesting a controlled market correction.
As Bitcoin outperforms traditional assets, minor corrections or consolidation may follow, especially amid rising volatility and macroeconomic events. Altcoins could experience heightened reactions to Bitcoin’s movements. Show Less
