Ethereum (ETH) holders appear to be adopting varying strategies amid ongoing market uncertainty, latest data of the CryptoQuant programs.
In particular, according to a recent analysis by a CryptoQuant analyst under the pseudonym ‘Darkfost’, a notable shift is taking place in the behavior of ETH investors.
So far, the largest Ethereum holders and small retail investors are exhibiting signs of inactivity, while mid-sized holders are showing a measured increase in their holdings.
This divergence in strategies among these market participants may provide insight into Ethereum’s market sentiment, especially as it faces a decline in dominanceDarkfost revealed.
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Detailing the divergence of the holders
Darkfost points out that Ethereum addresses holding more than 100,000 ETH have been largely inactive. This trend is also visible among retail addresses, which typically accumulate smaller amounts of ETH.
In contrast, addresses holding between 10,000 and 100,000 ETH are slowly buying more Ethereum. At the same time, addresses holding between 100 and 1,000 ETH continue to sell their holdings steadily.
This diverse behavior among different investor segments suggests a complex market outlook for Ethereum. The inactivity of large holders, those with balances greater than 100,000 ETH, is notable given their potential impact in the market.
Typically, large holders include institutional investors, exchanges, and large entities that can significantly influence market trends.
Your current reluctance to buy or sell suggests uncertainty about Ethereum Short-Term Outlook. This hesitation could reflect broader market factors, such as the US Fed’s upcoming rate cuts or the overall performance of the crypto market.
Notably, with the US Fed’s rate cut approaching, large Ethereum holders may be waiting to see how the market behaves before they step foot back into the market.
On the other hand, mid-sized investors, specifically those with 10,000 to 100,000 ETH, are gradually accumulating Ethereum. This slow but steady buying indicates cautious optimism among this group of investors.
These mid-sized holders often represent smaller institutions, crypto funds, or high net worth individuals who may be looking to capitalize on potential price gains without significantly impacting the market.
Its gradual accumulation could signal a belief in Ethereum’s long-term potential, even if immediate gains seem uncertain.
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Current Ethereum Market Performance
After an initial recovery rising nearly 5% yesterday, Ethereum has now seen a noticeable indentation in price, falling below $2,400 once again. The asset is currently trading at a price of $2,299, down 2.1% in the last day alone.
Interestingly, despite the notable decline, ETH’s daily trading volume remains intact, roughly above $14 billion from yesterday to now.
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