Hello everyone, today I want to start from the combination of on-chain data and market performance to give you an overview of the current market situation. I plan to approach this from four dimensions, believing it can help you see the situation clearly.
**What is the current state of macro liquidity?**
Since the Federal Reserve paused its balance sheet reduction in December 2025, the promised expansion plan hasn't immediately followed—this is an interesting signal. Marginally, liquidity has indeed loosened, but the magnitude is limited, so don't read too much into it. The Fed's balance sheet has shifted from active reduction to passive expansion, and in the short term, the asset price environment has improved. But looking at this data makes it clear: total assets rebounded slightly to $6.5 trillion, far from the scale during quantitative easing.
What does this indicate? This round of easing isn't a "flood" but a "technical repair." Traders need to be cautious of a risk: a pullback after the positive news is fully priced in. Many people like to bet heavily on liquidity easing, but I advise you to exercise restraint.
**On-chain fundamentals, details are crucial**
First, look at the MVRV Z-Score—this is a mirror of the overall holder cost structure. Currently, the reading is 1.19, still within the normal range. When will a true bottoming opportunity appear? It has to wait until the value drops below 1, even into negative territory. Only when it reaches the negative zone will the market be seriously undervalued, which would be a bottom of historic proportions. In other words, there is still room for further decline.
Next, examine the behavior data of long-term holders. Currently, this indicator is around 1.52. What does a value greater than 1 mean? It indicates that long-term holders (those holding over 155 days) are still generally profitable. These people could realize profits at any time. Think about it—if they start selling in large quantities, what will happen to the market? This risk is not small.
The logic of the indicator is simple: if the value is greater than 1, long-term holders can profit from selling; if less than 1, they are in a loss. If it drops below 0.8, that’s a true bottom signal. The current 1.52 is still some distance from that threshold.
**Implications for trading strategies**
Overall, macro liquidity repair is limited, and on-chain data still shows room for adjustment. If you have a long-term plan to hold Bitcoin, now may not be the best time—market signals suggest waiting. Don’t be fooled by short-term liquidity easing; patiently wait for clearer bottom signals.
The next key point is the release of US CPI data—this will directly influence the Federal Reserve’s future policy expectations and impact the liquidity environment. Keep a close eye on it.
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MevHunter
· 01-15 14:36
1. No major flood yet, just technical repairs. This wave of liquidity feels a bit "虚" (hollow)... It's not too late to buy later.
2. MVRV 1.19, LTH 1.52, the veterans are still making money. Once everyone starts selling en masse... Hmm, I think I'll wait a bit longer.
3. Isn't this a bottoming opportunity? Then why should I buy now? Does it have to drop further?
4. Listening to you, it's true that we shouldn't act rashly before the CPI announcement. The Fed's stance is too important.
5. Limited liquidity repair—doesn't that mean the top hasn't arrived yet? Then wait for the bottom to reallocate.
6. Long-term holders are still profitable. In other words, a dump could happen at any time... I'll stay on the sidelines.
7. Wait, so the current strategy is to patiently wait? It seems I need to stay in the crouch a bit longer.
8. 1.52 is still far from 0.8. To bottom fish, I need to endure a bit more.
9. I was scared by the term "technical repair." It sounds like a big market move isn't coming.
10. So what's the conclusion? Continue to observe? It feels like this wave of market activity hasn't arrived yet.
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NFTArchaeologis
· 01-15 06:56
1.19 and 1.52 these two numbers... indeed have stories to tell, no rush.
Wait and see, don't be fooled by the narrative of liquidity restoration.
Before the bottom signal appears, patience is the most valuable asset.
After all the twists and turns, it's still that old saying—scarcity speaks.
The data is well written, but I am more concerned about when long-term holders will truly start panic selling.
The CPI thing is indeed worth paying attention to; it will determine the next act of the story.
This set of logic sounds solid, but you must resist the urge to always try to bottom fish.
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GateUser-9f682d4c
· 01-15 06:30
Hmm... That makes sense, but I still feel like I'm in the waiting stage with nothing new happening.
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Long-term holders still able to sell at 1.52? These people probably really are willing to part with it, haha.
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It's the same story every time—waiting for CPI data, and then what?
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Technical corrections are just corrections; they won't cause a big surge anyway. Better to watch quietly.
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Let's talk again when MVRV drops into negative territory. There's not much room for action right now.
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With such limited liquidity, no wonder there haven't been any big moves lately.
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Do you really think long-term holders will sell off massively? I doubt it.
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Waiting, always waiting. When will I finally get a chance to buy in?
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The analysis seems quite detailed, but ultimately, it still depends on the Fed's stance.
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The bottom signal needs to reach 0.8. How long will that take... feeling a bit hopeless.
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SorryRugPulled
· 01-13 11:59
Wait, is MVRV 1.19 still in the safe zone? Then the guys at 1.52 should hurry and run, right? I feel like a dump could happen at any time...
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PaperHandsCriminal
· 01-13 11:43
Another analysis of "wait and see"... I just want to ask, if we keep waiting like this, when will the bottom be? Last year at this time, it was said the same way.
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NestedFox
· 01-13 11:43
Wait, MVRV is only 1.19? That's not enough of a dip yet. The old guy is right, we need to go below zero to consider it a true bottom.
Long-term holders are still making profits. If these people dump, retail investors will be finished. We really need to be cautious.
I agree not to be fooled by liquidity. The Fed's move this time is just "patching up," so don't be too optimistic.
CPI data is really key. Let's see how it develops.
Wait for signals, don't chase highs. That's the way to survive.
Loose liquidity ≠ a bull market. Many people have got it wrong.
1.52 is still too high. Let's keep observing, everyone.
Wow, this logic is really clear, saved me the trouble of digging through data myself.
The profit-taking by long-term holders has revealed the key point. Thanks.
Don't be fooled by short-term rebounds; all indicators are signaling "room for further decline."
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StakeTillRetire
· 01-13 11:40
Well... to put it simply, just wait. It's still too early to get in now.
Long-term holders are still making money, and they still have a long way to go being trapped.
CPI is the real bomb; only then will we know if liquidity is truly loose or just a false show.
Wait until MVRV breaks 1 before making a move. For now, betting on liquidity is less reliable than studying what the Federal Reserve will do next.
Bro, your analysis this time is solid. I'll take your advice—if it drops a bit more, I'll act.
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Lonely_Validator
· 01-13 11:32
Damn, holding long-term at 1.52 is really risky. If it weren't for needing to watch the CPI, I would have already run away.
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staking_gramps
· 01-13 11:31
Hmm, the logic is clear, but we still have to wait for the CPI report to confirm.
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1.52 is still far away; I won't move until the bottom signal appears.
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Liquidity is just a fake move; don't be fooled.
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If long-term holders start to withdraw massively, retail investors will suffer too.
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Wait, wait, wait. Let's see what the CPI says. It's too early to intervene now.
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Technical correction is just as the code says: "It's not the right time yet."
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1.19 and 1.52... Forget it, I'll wait until the negative numbers to get in.
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The Federal Reserve's approach looks loose but is actually just minor tweaks. Don't be fooled, everyone.
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Restraint, patience, and waiting... easier said than done.
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CPI is the real pin; everything else is just the appetizer.
Hello everyone, today I want to start from the combination of on-chain data and market performance to give you an overview of the current market situation. I plan to approach this from four dimensions, believing it can help you see the situation clearly.
**What is the current state of macro liquidity?**
Since the Federal Reserve paused its balance sheet reduction in December 2025, the promised expansion plan hasn't immediately followed—this is an interesting signal. Marginally, liquidity has indeed loosened, but the magnitude is limited, so don't read too much into it. The Fed's balance sheet has shifted from active reduction to passive expansion, and in the short term, the asset price environment has improved. But looking at this data makes it clear: total assets rebounded slightly to $6.5 trillion, far from the scale during quantitative easing.
What does this indicate? This round of easing isn't a "flood" but a "technical repair." Traders need to be cautious of a risk: a pullback after the positive news is fully priced in. Many people like to bet heavily on liquidity easing, but I advise you to exercise restraint.
**On-chain fundamentals, details are crucial**
First, look at the MVRV Z-Score—this is a mirror of the overall holder cost structure. Currently, the reading is 1.19, still within the normal range. When will a true bottoming opportunity appear? It has to wait until the value drops below 1, even into negative territory. Only when it reaches the negative zone will the market be seriously undervalued, which would be a bottom of historic proportions. In other words, there is still room for further decline.
Next, examine the behavior data of long-term holders. Currently, this indicator is around 1.52. What does a value greater than 1 mean? It indicates that long-term holders (those holding over 155 days) are still generally profitable. These people could realize profits at any time. Think about it—if they start selling in large quantities, what will happen to the market? This risk is not small.
The logic of the indicator is simple: if the value is greater than 1, long-term holders can profit from selling; if less than 1, they are in a loss. If it drops below 0.8, that’s a true bottom signal. The current 1.52 is still some distance from that threshold.
**Implications for trading strategies**
Overall, macro liquidity repair is limited, and on-chain data still shows room for adjustment. If you have a long-term plan to hold Bitcoin, now may not be the best time—market signals suggest waiting. Don’t be fooled by short-term liquidity easing; patiently wait for clearer bottom signals.
The next key point is the release of US CPI data—this will directly influence the Federal Reserve’s future policy expectations and impact the liquidity environment. Keep a close eye on it.