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      Bearish Options Dominate Bitcoin Trading Volume Amid Price Fluctuations

      This week, bearish options constituted 53.5% of Bitcoin's options volume, indicating a significant shift in trader sentiment following a recent price decline. Bitcoin experienced a drop of approximately 7.3%, falling from a peak of $86,728 to a low of $80,394 on October 8. As of October 12, the cryptocurrency stabilized within the range of $83,500 to $83,750, but this recovery did not alleviate concerns in the options market.

      The put-to-call ratio for the upcoming October 16 expiry reached 1.43, suggesting that put options, which allow holders to sell at a predetermined price, outnumbered call options by 43%. Approximately $451 million in notional value for these near-term puts is concentrated at strike prices between $76,000 and $80,000, highlighting a demand for downside protection among traders, particularly institutional participants.

      Despite the current bearish sentiment reflected in the options market, the overall open interest for Bitcoin options remains robust, estimated between $37 billion and $37.45 billion, with calls making up about 60% of this total. This indicates that while traders are hedging against potential downturns, many still maintain a bullish outlook for the longer term, with significant positioning targeting higher strike prices such as $95,000. As traders prepare for upcoming economic indicators, including the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) minutes, the dynamics of the options market continue to evolve.

      © 2026 KLEA News. All Rights Reserved. This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.

      Source: KLEA News

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