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⚡Bitcoin Outperforms Again in 2024🏋️

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08 Oct 2024 — 4 min read

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🏖️ NYDIG

Bitcoin remains the top-performing asset of 2024, even after a sluggish third quarter, according to the New York Digital Investment Group (NYDIG). In an Oct. 4 note, Greg Cipolaro, NYDIG’s head of research, highlighted Bitcoin’s 2.5% gain in Q3, despite heavy sell-offs and market headwinds. The cryptocurrency’s year-to-date performance stands at 49.2%, keeping it ahead of most asset classes, though its lead has narrowed due to increased competition from other sectors such as precious metals and equities.

Bitcoin’s trading has been largely range bound for the past six months, facing pressure from major sales by U.S. and German governments and the distribution of nearly $13.5 billion worth of BTC from Mt. Gox and Genesis creditors. However, demand for Bitcoin has been bolstered by U.S. spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which brought in $4.3 billion during Q3, alongside significant purchases by companies like MicroStrategy and Marathon Digital. Cipolaro noted that Bitcoin defied typical trends by gaining 10% in September, a month traditionally bearish for the cryptocurrency.

The asset’s correlation with U.S. equities rose to 0.46 during Q3, but Cipolaro emphasised that Bitcoin still offers strong diversification benefits in multi-asset portfolios. Political developments, including Donald Trump’s crypto-friendly stance and global monetary easing, helped buoy the crypto market in late Q3. Looking ahead, Cipolaro expects the U.S. election on Nov. 5 to be a key factor in shaping Q4 market performance, with Bitcoin historically performing well during this period. Trump’s potential win could provide further bullish momentum for the asset class.

🔖 Bitcoin Boost for Metaplanet

Japanese investment company Metaplanet has made another significant Bitcoin purchase, increasing its total holdings to nearly 640 BTC. On Oct. 7, the Tokyo-listed firm announced its acquisition of 108.78 Bitcoin, worth around $6.92 million at current prices, bringing its overall Bitcoin stash to 639.5 BTC, valued at approximately $40.5 million. The aggressive accumulation has earned Metaplanet the nickname "Asia’s MicroStrategy," referencing the American firm known for its massive Bitcoin buys. Following the purchase, Metaplanet's stock surged by over 10%, reaching an intraday high of 1,047 Japanese yen.

Metaplanet has been steadily increasing its Bitcoin reserves, adding more than 215 BTC in just one week. The company’s strategic decision to adopt Bitcoin as its treasury reserve asset in May 2024 has paid off significantly, with its stock price tripling and gaining over 532% year-to-date. In addition to its Bitcoin buys, Metaplanet implemented a strategy involving the sale of put options, earning nearly 24 BTC through the sale of 223 Bitcoin put contracts. This move provided an opportunity to grow its Bitcoin holdings while minimising financial risk.

CEO Simon Gerovich highlighted that this options strategy complements Metaplanet's long-term Bitcoin accumulation plan. By generating yields through such financial instruments, the firm aims to bolster its reserves without taking on additional risk. Metaplanet also strengthened its crypto trading and storage capabilities through a partnership with SBI Holdings' crypto division, ensuring a solid infrastructure to support its expanding Bitcoin strategy.

🪡 Bitcoin’s Supply-Demand Dynamics

"Bitcoin’s Supply-Demand Dynamics" explores the delicate balance between the available supply of Bitcoin and the demand from investors and traders. With its fixed supply cap of 21 million, Bitcoin’s scarcity plays a significant role in driving demand, especially during market rallies. As long-term holders accumulate and remove coins from circulation, short-term holders and speculators actively trade, influencing price swings. Changes in demand, fueled by market sentiment, adoption, or macroeconomic factors, can lead to price volatility, making Bitcoin’s supply-demand dynamics a crucial factor in its valuation and market behaviour.

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