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Wednesday Nov 5 2025 01:10
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Bitcoin's price has been underpinned significantly by institutional buying through corporate digital asset treasuries (DATs) and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Recent data, however, suggests this support may be weakening.
Corporations, led by MicroStrategy, have been a key driver of Bitcoin demand. However, this buying has slowed considerably, partly due to diminishing returns from issuing new stock to fund Bitcoin purchases.
After a period of steady inflows, Bitcoin ETFs have become more volatile. This volatility reflects shifts in interest rate expectations and portfolio adjustments by institutional investors.
With institutional support waning, Bitcoin's price is likely to become more sensitive to changes in global liquidity and market sentiment. This could lead to increased price volatility.
This shift does not necessarily signal a downturn for Bitcoin, but it highlights the importance of understanding evolving market dynamics. Bitcoin may need new catalysts, such as monetary easing or regulatory clarity, to reignite institutional demand. In the meantime, Bitcoin's price is likely to be more influenced by short-term macro fluctuations.
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