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Bitcoin’s Realized Market Value Reaches $600 Billion
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DEFINITION: Realized Cap values different parts of supplies at different prices (instead of using the current daily close). Specifically, it is calculated by valuing each UTXO at the price of the last move.
Bitcoin’s realized capitalization showed a sharp increase along with the asset’s price in 2024. As illustrated in the charts, the realized cap reflects the aggregate value of all BTC at the price at which they were last moved, diverging from traditional capitalization metrics of market. This metric reached approximately $600 billion in June 2024, coinciding with the stabilization of Bitcoin’s price near $63,000.
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Historical data indicates a consistent upward trajectory at the realized threshold, with notable accelerations during significant market recoveries. The current increase indicates substantial market activity, with long-term holders transacting and potentially revaluing older UTXOs at higher prices. This trend is in line with the impact of the post-halving period on market forces, often marked by reduced supply growth and increased demand.
Realized cap growth provides insights into market sentiment and investor behavior, highlighting confidence in Bitcoin’s value retention over time. The interaction between realized cap and price illustrates the maturation of Bitcoin as a digital asset, with capital growth locked in at higher valuations, reflecting a robust market structure.
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