Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Shift to Net Accumulation

Key Takeaways:
  • Bitcoin  BTC -2.53% long-term holders have switched to net accumulation.
  • Positive 30-day net position change of 33,000 BTC.
  • Market sell pressure reduced following prolonged selling phase.

Long-term Bitcoin holders have reversed their selling trend, accumulating 33,000 BTC recently, easing significant market pressure during the ongoing price correction.

This shift signals potential market stabilization and a bullish outlook if demand levels persist, impacting Bitcoin’s future price trajectory positively.

Bitcoin long-term holders, defined as those holding BTC for over 155 days, have turned to net accumulation, recording a positive 30-day net position change of 33,000 BTC. This marks a critical shift after heavy selling since 2019.

Key data and insights were shared by Matthew Sigel, Head of Digital Assets Research at VanEck. Sigel highlighted the positive net change as a sign of changing holder behavior, easing a major sell-side pressure in the market. “LTHs turned into net accumulators,” he said, ending their largest selling since 2019 according to CoinDesk.

This shift has immediate effects on the Bitcoin market, as long-term holders’ accumulation may stabilize prices amid fluctuations. During a 26% price drop, their behavior suggests potential market optimism  OP -7.02% .

The BTC market has experienced a ~5-7% year-to-date drop, remaining susceptible to macroeconomic influences. A sustained LTH accumulation could indicate a support base forming, aiding a potential rebound for Bitcoin’s value.

Given recent trends, LTH accumulation suggests potential stabilization and recovery for Bitcoin. This behavior is considered bullish midterm, contingent on external factors like global monetary policy.

Historically, following significant LTH selling phases, Bitcoin often consolidates or rallies. If past patterns repeat, and macro trends favor, Bitcoin could see positive momentum. Market stakeholders remain attentive to these dynamics.

Otto Bergmanr

Otte Bergmar is a crypto journalist covering Scandinavian and European blockchain markets, with a focus on decentralisation, privacy, and the AI–crypto interface. He reports on Web3 startups, market structure, and EU policy; from licensing regimes to consumer protection and cross-border compliance. At TokenTopNews, Otte transforms policy drafts, regulatory disclosures, and on-chain data into actionable, decision-ready insights, helping readers understand how regulation influences blockchain adoption across Europe.