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When Both Strong and Weak Hands Sell

A lot of people think every rally means confidence is back.

But the current on-chain data tells a more interesting story.

Long-term holders are realizing losses, with the 30-day LTH-SOPR sitting around 0.88, while short-term traders who bought recent dips are already taking profits. That means both patient investors and fast traders are selling into the same bounce.

This doesn't automatically signal a bearish market. It often reflects a transition phase where old conviction is fading before new conviction is built.

One metric I'm watching closely is STH-SOPR. If short-term holders also begin capitulating, history suggests the market could be closer to forming a stronger base. If not, this may remain a trader-driven range rather than the start of a sustained trend.

On-chain data doesn't predict the future, but it helps explain who is selling, who is buying, and why market structure matters more than price alone.
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