- Bitcoin’s skew index climbs due to institutional hedging activity.
- ETF and DAT inflows support increased hedging demand.
- Rising demand for put options signals institutional interest.
Glassnode reports that Bitcoin’s 25 Delta Skew Index has reached historic highs as institutional demand for downside protection grows amid significant ETF and Digital Asset Trust inflows.
This surge highlights institutional hedging strategies over retail panic, signifying robust interest in risk management even as major market players accumulate Bitcoin exposure through various financial instruments.
Institutional Hedging Drives Bitcoin Skew Index to Historic High
Glassnode’s data reveals Bitcoin’s 25 Delta Skew Index has climbed to previously unattained levels. Institutional investors are significantly driving this trend through hedging via put options. According to Jan Happel, Co-Founder of Glassnode:
Such activity is rooted in ETF and DAT inflows, emphasizing institutional entry into the market.
“BTC Options 25 Delta Skew surges to new highs, indicating peak demand for downside hedging. This points to pronounced risk management flows, led by institutions amid ETF inflows.”
Bitcoin Market Dynamics Amid Institutional Activity
Did you know? Historically, a surge in Bitcoin’s skew index often hints at robust institutional shifts, reminiscent of past cycles like significant drawdowns in 2022, often preceding strategic market realignments.
As of recent data from CoinMarketCap, Bitcoin (BTC) is priced at $112,687.40 with a market cap over 2.24 trillion and accounts for 57.71% of the market dominance. Trading volume hit 35.25 billion, showing strong investor interest. In the past 90 days, Bitcoin’s price increased by 3.62%. The stats reflect firm market support and engagement.
The Coincu research team notes that current trends signal a potential growth in sophisticated financial instruments with an emphasis on risk management practices. This could lead to further institutional adoption as regulatory environments adapt to support such financial structures in the cryptocurrency landscape. Regulatory environments adapt could foster this growth.
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