Key Insights
- Bitcoin whales purchased more than 375,000 BTC within 30 days, which lowered the exchange supply and maintained a stable price.
- Institutional demand and whale accumulation were observed as U.S. Bitcoin ETFs experienced net inflows of $240M.
- Analysts follow the levels of $88K-90K support and 101K-103K resistance as areas of interest in possible Bitcoin action.
Large holders increased their Bitcoin positions as the market moved through a sharp correction, and many traders are now watching whether this activity will influence the next major trend. Buying from whales is rising while retail demand remains weak.
Bitcoin Whale Accumulation Rises During Market Correction
During the recent Bitcoin price drop, whale wallets expanded their holdings and the on-chain metrics indicated continual accumulation. Some major long-term holders increased their balances while at the same time a lot of minor traders cut back their investment during the short-lived decline.
CryptoQuant data shows that non-exchange long-term holder addresses doubled within two months. These wallets also bought more than 375,000 coins in thirty days. Analysts reported that wallets with 1,000 to 10,000 coins added thousands of coins in one week.
TradingView data also shows that whales bought an amount close to four times the weekly mining supply during market dips. This activity continued as major traders reduced risk due to volatility. Whale buying often creates tighter supply on exchanges because large holders rarely sell during short phases of fear.
Reports note that about 1,000 large holders control a major share of the market. Their actions therefore shape liquidity. One analyst said that accumulator addresses continue to build positions, and this pattern matches long-term holding strategies in earlier cycles.
Institutional Flows Add Momentum to Whale Activity
Institutional funds also increased their Bitcoin exposure after weeks of outflows. U.S. spot exchange-traded funds recorded new inflows, and several major issuers added coins. This activity gave further support to market demand.
CoinGlass reported a net inflow of $240 million into U.S. ETFs. This shift eased pressure on the spot market because large funds often rebalance through steady buying. BlackRock manages almost $90 billion in its Bitcoin ETF, and Fidelity manages more than $20 billion.
Corporate treasuries also expanded their reserves. SEGG Media launched a $300 million Bitcoin treasury, and several firms continued to buy during the correction. Analysts noted that Binance whale accounts bought more than 170,000 coins in thirty days.
Institutional activity often moves with whale behavior because both groups trade large volumes. ETF inflows joined whale accumulation as the market tested price ranges between $96,000 and $103,000.
Market Outlook as Bitcoin Price Moves Near Key Levels
Analysts continue to track how whale accumulation may shape price movement in the coming months. Many experts stated that demand from large holders helped Bitcoin reclaim levels above 100,000 dollars after recent dips.
Some analysts expect a move toward $112,000 if demand increases. Others project higher levels in 2026 if monetary conditions ease. JPMorgan expects the price to move toward $170,000 within a year. Several industry leaders also noted that past halving cycles often reduced supply and supported growth.
Some analysts remain cautious. A few warned that further downside is possible if bond yields rise or if global events change liquidity conditions. Others said that whales may take profits if market stress increases. Yet the structure remains stable while price trades above the mid-90,000 range.
The market is still monitoring whether Bitcoin will be able to sustain above $96,000 and go to an area of resistance at $101,000-$103,000. The accumulation of whales, ETF flows, and supply will be used to inform trends as traders get ready to 2026.
