Bitcoin (BTC) Jumps 12.7% in April Amid Weak Buyer Demand
Published on · Source: cnbc.com
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Summarized by AI from the source belowBitcoin (BTC) surged 12.7% in April, marking its best month since April 2025, following a nearly 2% gain in March after five consecutive down months. Ether also experienced an 8% increase during the same period. Despite the price gains, crypto data provider CryptoQuant reported that the demand metric for outright bitcoin purchases remained negative, indicating a reliance on futures trading. This divergence suggests speculative trading rather than fundamental demand could lead to potential corrections, echoing patterns seen before previous bear markets.
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