Bitcoin Surpasses $112K as On-Chain Metrics Signal Resilient Market Balance

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Monday, Sep 29, 2025 5:03 am ET2min read
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- Bitcoin surged past $112,000, signaling market resilience after $4B in liquidations, with on-chain metrics like MVRV ratio (2) indicating stable investor sentiment.

- New demand absorption (73,000 BTC in fresh wallets) and technical indicators (golden cross, RSI below overbought) suggest potential for $125,000–$130,000 if key resistance breaks.

- Institutional adoption and regulatory clarity bolster confidence, though macro risks and prolonged +1σ profit range (273 days) highlight fragile balance between selling pressure and bullish momentum.

- Immediate focus remains on $113,000 support and $105,000–$106,000 breakdown risks, with analysts cautioning volatility amid consolidation ahead of potential year-end all-time highs.

Bitcoin surged past the $112,000 threshold early Monday, signaling a potential recovery after a volatile week marked by significant liquidation eventsBitcoin Recovers $112K, Bull Market ‘Not Over’ — Analyst[1]. The cryptocurrency briefly hit a 24-hour high of $112,293, surpassing $112,000 for the first time since a sharp decline earlier in the weekBitcoin Recovers $112K, Bull Market ‘Not Over’ — Analyst[1]. Despite this rebound, the market remains in a period of consolidation, with analysts emphasizing that the bull market is not over. XWIN Research Japan highlighted that on-chain metrics, including the Market Value to Realized Value (MVRV) ratio and long-term holder behavior, suggest resilience. The MVRV ratio has dropped to 2, indicating that the current price is roughly double the average cost basis of holders, a level historically associated with neither panic nor euphoriaBitcoin Recovers $112K, Bull Market ‘Not Over’ — Analyst[1]. This dynamic implies that investors are still holding healthy gains, with the market cooling from previous overheated conditionsBitcoin Recovers $112K, Bull Market ‘Not Over’ — Analyst[1].

The recent volatility included two major liquidation events, wiping out over $4 billion in crypto long positions within seven daysBitcoin Recovers $112K, Bull Market ‘Not Over’ — Analyst[1]. A $1.62 billion liquidation on Monday alone underscored the market's fragility, yet Bitcoin's ability to stabilize above $112,000 demonstrated underlying strengthBitcoin Holds $112K Amid Mixed Signals: Fresh Wallet Demand Battles Late-Cycle Warning Signs[4]. New investor demand also emerged, with over 73,000 BTC entering newly created wallets, suggesting increased participationBitcoin Holds $112K Amid Mixed Signals: Fresh Wallet Demand Battles Late-Cycle Warning Signs[4]. Short-term holders added 159,000 BTC, absorbing coins sold by long-term investors, a pattern typical of bull market profit-takingBitcoin Holds $112K Amid Mixed Signals: Fresh Wallet Demand Battles Late-Cycle Warning Signs[4]. This absorption of supply, combined with reduced profit-taking by long-term holders, has created conditions for renewed demand to push prices higherBitcoin Recovers $112K, Bull Market ‘Not Over’ — Analyst[1].

Technical analysis reinforces the bullish narrative. Bitcoin's 50-day and 200-day moving averages formed a golden cross, while the Relative Strength Index (RSI) remains below overbought levels, indicating healthy buying pressureBitcoin Price Forecast BTC Recovers Above $112K - Bull Market[3]. Key resistance levels are now at $118,000 and $120,000, with a successful breakout potentially opening the door to $125,000–$130,000Bitcoin Price Forecast BTC Recovers Above $112K - Bull Market[3]. Institutional adoption and regulatory clarity have further bolstered sentiment, with Fortune 500 companies and clearer SEC guidelines driving confidenceBitcoin Price Forecast BTC Recovers Above $112K - Bull Market[3]. However, risks persist, including macroeconomic uncertainties and potential regulatory shifts in major marketsBitcoin Price Forecast BTC Recovers Above $112K - Bull Market[3].

Glassnode data highlights late-cycle concerns, noting that Bitcoin's circulating supply has remained above the +1 standard deviation profit range for 273 days—the second-longest streak on recordBitcoin Holds $112K Amid Mixed Signals: Fresh Wallet Demand Battles Late-Cycle Warning Signs[4]. This suggests heightened selling pressure, as long-term holders have already realized substantial gains. Historical patterns, however, indicate that cycles similar to the current one have often culminated in new all-time highs within two to three monthsBitcoin Holds $112K Amid Mixed Signals: Fresh Wallet Demand Battles Late-Cycle Warning Signs[4]. If this trend repeats,

could breach its previous record of $124,000 by year-endBitcoin Holds $112K Amid Mixed Signals: Fresh Wallet Demand Battles Late-Cycle Warning Signs[4].

Market structure reveals mixed signals. While new demand absorption and technical consolidation hint at a potential upward trajectory, on-chain data shows fragile balance, with selling pressure still dominantBitcoin Holds $112K Amid Mixed Signals: Fresh Wallet Demand Battles Late-Cycle Warning Signs[4]. Exchange inflows remain elevated, and the current rally is driven more by retail and small institutional buyers than large whalesBitcoin Holds $112K Amid Mixed Signals: Fresh Wallet Demand Battles Late-Cycle Warning Signs[4]. Despite these challenges, Bitcoin's network fundamentals, including record-high on-chain activity in 2025, provide a robust foundation for long-term growthBitcoin Holds $112K Amid Mixed Signals: Fresh Wallet Demand Battles Late-Cycle Warning Signs[4].

The immediate outlook hinges on Bitcoin's ability to hold key support levels. A retest of $113,000 could validate the current consolidation phase, paving the way for a renewed rally. Conversely, a breakdown below $105,000–$106,000 could trigger deeper correctionsBitcoin Holds $112K Amid Mixed Signals: Fresh Wallet Demand Battles Late-Cycle Warning Signs[4]. Analysts caution that while the bull market remains intact, investors should remain cautious given the asset's inherent volatility and the potential for regulatory or macroeconomic shocksBitcoin Price Forecast BTC Recovers Above $112K - Bull Market[3]. The next few weeks will be critical in determining whether this consolidation sets the stage for another leg higher or exposes vulnerabilities in the current cycle.