How institutions made Bitcoin a weekday market so retail takes on all the weekend risk
CryptoSlate
Institutional ETF activity has deepened Bitcoin's weekday liquidity while leaving weekend markets thin and volatile, disproportionately affecting retail traders.Summary
The maturation of the Bitcoin market via US spot ETFs has created a two-tiered trading environment. While institutional capital has significantly deepened liquidity and orderbook stability during New York weekday hours, this participation withdraws on weekends. Consequently, retail traders are exposed to thinner liquidity, higher volatility, and wider price spreads during off-hours, as evidenced by recent sharp liquidations and price dislocations that occur when Wall Street desks are closed.
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