Bitcoin Faces Major Volatility as $7.25 billion Options Expire
Bitcoin is set for a significant price swing as $7.25 billion in options expire on April 25. this event could trigger major market movements, though the direction remains unclear.
Marin Kazmierczak, co-founder and COO of redstone, notes that Bitcoin has shown resilience compared to traditional markets.”Tomorrow’s expiry looks particularly spicy, with the market undecided about its next move,” he said.
On April 25, 32.74k put contracts and 44.93k call contracts will expire. The market value of these contracts is $24.20 million for puts and $127.82 million for calls. The higher number of call contracts suggests a bullish outlook.
Kazmierczak believes smart money is preparing for volatility. “If all contracts were exercised, their total notional value would be $7.25 billion, which could impact BTC’s price,” he explained. this makes it a crucial moment for both possibility seekers and cautious investors.
Despite potential volatility,the crypto ecosystem is maturing. This provides long-term investors with favorable entry points. “While we may face volatility,the underlying fundamentals remain strong,” Kazmierczak added.
The crypto markets have remained steady compared to equities. Traditional markets have faced turbulence due to tariff concerns. “Crypto markets have shown surprising resilience, indicating they may be establishing their own market dynamics,” Kazmierczak concluded.
