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Bitcoin Surges to $104K, Liquidating $400M in Bearish Bets and Signaling Further Gains

by Team Lumida
May 9, 2025
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Bitcoin Could Drop to $50K Before a Potential Fed-Driven Rally

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  • Bitcoin’s price surged over 3% in 24 hours, reaching $104,000, its highest level since January 31, 2025.
  • The rally triggered $400 million in liquidations of bearish short positions, the largest single-day total since November 2024.
  • The surge followed President Trump’s announcement of a U.K. trade deal and record inflows into Bitcoin spot ETFs, which exceeded $40 billion.
  • The broader crypto market also rallied, with the total market cap of altcoins rising 10% to $1.14 trillion, the highest since March 6.
  • The liquidation imbalance, heavily skewed toward shorts, suggests further upside potential for Bitcoin in the near term.

What Happened?

Bitcoin’s price surged past $104,000, fueled by bullish macroeconomic developments, including a comprehensive U.K. trade deal announced by President Trump and record-breaking inflows into Bitcoin spot ETFs. The rally caught bearish traders off guard, leading to the liquidation of $400 million in short positions within 24 hours.

The broader crypto market followed suit, with altcoins experiencing a 10% rise in total market capitalization. The rapid liquidation of bearish positions highlights the heavy leverage tilted toward the downside, which, when unwound, can amplify upward price movements.


Why It Matters?

Bitcoin’s rally underscores its sensitivity to macroeconomic events and institutional interest. The record ETF inflows exceeding $40 billion signal growing confidence among institutional investors, while the U.K. trade deal announcement has bolstered market sentiment.

The liquidation of $400 million in short positions reflects the risks of excessive bearish leverage in volatile markets. This imbalance could pave the way for further price gains as traders adjust their positions.

For the broader crypto market, Bitcoin’s surge serves as a catalyst, driving altcoin performance and boosting overall market sentiment.


What’s Next?

Key factors to watch include:

  1. Institutional Inflows: Continued growth in Bitcoin ETF investments could sustain the rally.
  2. Macro Developments: Further geopolitical or economic announcements, such as trade deals, could influence market sentiment.
  3. Leverage Dynamics: Monitoring the balance of long and short positions will provide insights into potential price volatility.
  4. Altcoin Performance: The broader market’s reaction to Bitcoin’s rally will indicate whether the bullish momentum is sustainable.

As Bitcoin consolidates above $100,000, traders and investors will closely monitor these factors to gauge the next phase of the market’s trajectory.

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