Bitcoin (BTC) Just Hit an All-Time High. But Not in the Way You Think

By updating this metric, we can get a better understanding of the true investment in the asset and the confidence of those holding it

An All Time High for bitcoin? Yes, you read that right. But before imagining a sudden explosion of its price, know that it wasn’t in that dimension that the record was reached. In reality, bitcoin crossed a historic threshold in a rarely discussed area: its “Realized Capitalization.” An indicator which, even if it seems less sexy than bitcoin’s price, could signal a major upcoming trend for the digital asset.

Realized Capitalization: a new bullish indicator

Bitcoin’s Realized Capitalization recently reached a record level of $882.2 billion, surpassing its previous All Time High. But what does this indicator really mean? Unlike market capitalization, which is based on the current BTC price multiplied by the total supply, Realized Capitalization takes into account the value of each bitcoin based on the price at which it was last moved. It therefore better reflects the actual investment in the asset.

The fact that this metric is hitting highs is proof of investors’ confidence in bitcoin. According to CryptoQuant, the analytics platform that noted this ATH, such a historic accumulation of Realized Cap has typically been followed by a bullish rally.

"Historically, large accumulations of Realized Capitalization have often been followed by significant increases in bitcoin price," the analysts summarize.

This highlights the importance of this indicator as a precursor signal of a future rise, even if the market remains relatively calm for now.

Price stagnation: just a plateau before the next bullish wave?

It is clear that bitcoin, though in a stagnation phase, remains in a positive dynamic. Its price fluctuates between 92,000 and 95,000 dollars, but this stability could be the key to its future rise. Rather than a sign of weakness, these sideways movements are often a prelude to a new bullish surge.

Indeed, bitcoin’s history shows that after every consolidation phase, the price has experienced a sharp increase. This accumulation during calm periods is seen as a waiting moment before a price explosion.

Investment volumes and Realized Capitalization continue to grow, which could very well signal the preparation of a new bullish wave. A few days ago, CryptoQuant observed that "Realized Cap continues to rise while prices stagnate. This shows the inflow of capital without the price increasing yet, which is typical before a new surge."

This accumulation of BTC by investors reinforces the likelihood that the $100,000 resistance will soon be broken. It is therefore reasonable to think that breaking this price zone could open the way to a much larger bull market.

Current situation: confidence, accumulation, and outlook

Despite bitcoin's price stagnation, confidence in the cryptocurrency remains evident. Investors are more engaged than ever, and this long-term accumulation approach shows increased market stability. Bitcoin continues to captivate both small and large investors, reinforcing the perception that it is now a safe haven against the traditional volatility of financial markets.

The effect of Realized Cap can also be explained by the growing confidence of institutional and individual players in the cryptocurrency, increasingly viewed as a safe asset. The CryptoQuant quote further supports this analysis: "The capital entering the market is proof that investors believe in a solid future for bitcoin."

Many investors are eagerly awaiting the next rise, convinced that current signals are an excellent omen for bitcoin’s future. Although bitcoin is currently stagnant, the ATH in Realized Capitalization is a strong signal. This massive capital investment seems to be laying the groundwork for a future rise. Moreover, according to Standard Chartered, a very optimistic forecast places bitcoin’s price at $200,000 for the year 2025. With such a solid investment base and this symbolic record, all elements are set for bitcoin to reach new highs in the coming months.