The long-term holders of Bitcoin ($BTC) are again getting attention amid the latest market shift. In this respect, Bitcoin’s Long-Term Holder Spent Output Profit Ratio (SOPR) has dropped below 1. As per the data from CryptoQuant, this indicates a potentially looming market bottom while even seasoned $BTC investors are offloading their holdings at a loss. Hence, this could pave the way for a major rally as witnessed in the past.
Market Bottom Signals Indicated by Long-Term Holder Capitulation “While it may be early to identify the current market as the bottom, a phase in which losses become widespread would likely represent the final stage of fear & the beginning of opportunity.” – By @DanCoinInvestor pic.twitter.com/2KSzlA3RjH
— CryptoQuant.com (@cryptoquant_com) March 31, 2026
Bitcoin Long-Term Holder SOPR Slumps Below 1, Indicating Likely Bottom
The plunge in Bitcoin’s ($BTC) Long-Term Holder Spend Output Profit Ratio (SOPR) below 1 highlights the likelihood of a market bottom. SOPR is a crucial metric that gauges the loss or profit of the coins being sold on-chain. So, the current market structure signals notable stress. However, this could lead to a strong rally just like the years 2023, 2019, and 2015. Historically, the widespread loss realization often underscores the conclusive phase of fear as well as the start of opportunity.
Wider Capitulation Spree Signifies Opportunity
According to CryptoQuant, while Bitcoin ($BTC) is changing hands at $66.7K, it suggests parallels with previous recovery phases. Additionally, capitulation often results in the exhaustion of selling pressure, leading to rebounds. Moreover, most of the market participants are facing significant losses. Therefore, while uncertainty persists, the increasing losses that the long-term $BTC holders are incurring present an opportunity instead of an extended decline. So, this could commence market recovery after fear-led market dynamics.
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