Bitcoin (BTC) Price Analysis: Key Indicator Turned Negative Hints Selling Pressure May Be Picking Up

Bitcoin has been moving sideways, slipping 1.7% in the last 24 hours. But what's more concerning is a warning from CryptoQuants analyst Maartunn

Bitcoin price slipped 1.7% over the last 24 hours, and is now changing hands at $96,110. However, what is more concerning is a warning from CryptoQuants analyst Maartunn, as the Inter-Exchange Flow Pulse (IFP) has turned negative, hinting that traders might be losing confidence.

If selling pressure picks up, Bitcoin could tumble all the way to $92,000.

Bitcoin Key Indicator Turned Negative

The Inter-Exchange Flow Pulse (IFP) tracks Bitcoin movement between spot and derivative exchanges.

When Bitcoin flows out of derivative exchanges and into spot markets, it suggests that traders are closing long positions and becoming more cautious.

As per Maartunn analysis the IFP has now turned negative, which means Bitcoin is leaving derivative exchanges at a higher rate. This suggests that traders may no longer be confident in the market’s upward momentum.

When this happens, Bitcoin’s price can face downward pressure, as traders move away from high-risk bets. Historically, similar patterns have led to market slowdowns or even corrections. If this trend continues, Bitcoin could enter a phase of lower volatility or even a deeper correction.

Bitcoin Stuck Below $97K?

Bitcoin has been struggling to break past $98.8k facing repeated rejection despite holding above $95k. After hitting a high of $98.8k BTC lost momentum, slipping below key support levels at $97k and $96k.

Adding to the concern, a bullish trend line at $97,500 has been broken, and Bitcoin is now trading around $96,100, sitting below the 100-hourly simple moving average a sign that sellers are gaining control.

If BTC can’t reclaim $97,000, a deeper decline may be on the horizon which will lead to next critical $92,200 support zone.