Analysis: Bitcoin short positions surge as the market braces for major volatility

BlockBeats2026/04/28 16:31

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According to BlockBeats, on April 29, despite a recent rise in Bitcoin, investors are increasing their bets on its price decline. Data from an exchange shows that in April, short sellers paid an interest rate of around 11% to maintain their short positions, at one point rising to 19%, the highest level since early 2023. At the same time, Bitcoin is undergoing one of the largest accumulation phases in its history.

Strong buying and increased short bets rising at the same time indicate the market may experience significant price volatility, and one side may be "squeezed" or face a reverse shock. Currently, Bitcoin is down 1.6%, quoted at 75,754 US dollars.

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Goldman Sachs Volatility Panic Index surged to 9.57, approaching its maximum value, with the largest single-day increase ranking third in history, and the combined two-day volatility setting a new record. Historical data shows that after this index has exceeded the 9.5 threshold 15 times, the S&P 500 has seen an average three-month gain of 4.6% with a success rate of 80%. However, Goldman Sachs traders warn that forced liquidations have not yet fully cleared, and the market is still searching for a bottom, but opportunities on the other side are becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.

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