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How will crypto market react to $2.8B options expiration?

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

6 months ago


Today, January 17, approximately 21,600 Bitcoin contracts with a notional value of approximately $2.2 billion are expiring. Additionally, Ethereum options worth $617 million are also expiring.

Bitcoin Options Expiry

This week's batch of expiring contracts is slightly larger than last week's, but it is unlikely to significantly impact the market. The put/call ratio is currently 0.94, indicating an even distribution between bulls and bears. The highest open interest is at the $120,000 level, with significant positions also at the $110,000 level. Some traders continue to expect a move towards $110,000, although they remain cautious about potential pullbacks.

Current Trends in the Crypto Market

The crypto market capitalization reached $3.73 trillion, primarily driven by Bitcoin, which gained 2% on the day. BTC hit an intraday high of $102,000, showing weekly gains just under 10%. Ethereum remains around the $3,400 level, while Ripple's XRP approached its all-time high.

Additional Influencing Factors

The market is also influenced by US inflation data and upcoming events such as the presidential inauguration. The decline in implied volatility between January and March indicates expectations of increased uncertainty in the coming months. Additionally, the March $120,000 calls contributed to increased volatility as they were accumulated.

Despite the expiration of options, significant changes in the crypto market are not expected. However, continued attention to macroeconomic data and key price levels remains a focus for traders.

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