The market has experienced record losses and negative funding rates. We break down what historical data tells us about potential liquidity bounces from here.
Record Liquidations
This week saw some of the largest liquidation events in recent memory. Over $2B in leveraged positions were wiped out across major exchanges.
Negative Funding
Funding rates have flipped deeply negative across perpetual swap markets, indicating extreme bearish sentiment. Historically, such extremes have marked local bottoms.
Historical Parallels
Looking at previous instances of deeply negative funding combined with high liquidation volumes: - March 2020: Funding went deeply negative → 300% rally over the following months - May 2021: Similar pattern → Recovery began within weeks - June 2022: Extended negative funding → Eventually marked the cycle bottom
Our Analysis
While past performance doesn't guarantee future results, the current setup of extreme negative funding, high liquidation volume, and washed-out sentiment has historically preceded significant bounces. The question is not if, but when.
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