https://t.co/cq5kcvX7Nc English Community Daily Briefing
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Published: 2025-09-04
Overall Market Sentiment
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Community sentiment is mixed, with some traders selling call options around current levels to take profits, but cautious optimism remains. Focus remains on BTC, with traders closely watching for a potential rally back towards the 120 level, while IBIT +10 basis points suggests potential strength, posing a challenge to short positions.
Options Market Structure Shows Bearish Positioning Despite Price Strength
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• Despite recent positive price performance, BTC skew remains broadly bearish, indicating that institutional positioning remains bullish.
• Volatility has sold off, creating an interesting divergence between option pricing and spot market momentum.
• Professional traders are selling call options on any upward push, while noting a disconnect between bearish derivatives positioning and positive equity flows.