Bitcoin Price Falls To $102K As Institutional Buyers Step In

By: the market periodical|2025/05/15 12:00:11
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Key Insights :Metaplanet $15M in Bitcoin, yet BTC slipped to $102K from its $105K high.Bitcoin faces strong resistance at $105K, with liquidation data showing heavy short positions above current levels.U.S. CPI data release today may impact BTC price, with 2.4% YoY inflation expected for April.Bitcoin price has slipped to $102,000 despite increasing institutional interest and strong buying activity. Large purchases from firms like Metaplanet and ongoing bullish sentiment have not stopped recent price declines.As markets await key U.S. inflation data, BTC faces upward and downward pressure. Investors are cautious amid macroeconomic uncertainties. Bitcoin price reflected the broader financial landscape.Bitcoin Price Surge Driven by Institutional InvestmentsJapanese firm Metaplanet has issued $15 Million in 0% ordinary bonds to increase its Bitcoin holdings. The bond matures on November 12 and is part of the firm’s plan to acquire 10,000 BTC by the end of 2025.The funds could be used to purchase about 147 BTC at current prices. Metaplanet recently added 1,241 BTC valued at $126.7 Million. This brought its total to 6,796 BTC.It is among several institutions that are boosting Bitcoin exposure. This trend has driven Bitcoin price growth throughout 2025.Source: XBlackRock also confirmed the purchase of 686 BTC worth about $70 Million. Institutional buyers are steadily adding Bitcoin to their balance sheets. Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) is part of this growing trend.Market Reacts Ahead of U.S. CPI ReleaseBitcoin price fell from a recent high of $105,705 to a low of $101,725 and is now hovering around $102,000. This decline occurred despite a 20-day consecutive positive inflow into Bitcoin ETFs. This is considered bullish for the asset.Investors are focused on the April U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, set for release on May 13 at 8:30 AM ET. The Federal Reserve watches CPI as a key inflation measure to guide interest rate decisions.Source: XThe annual CPI rate is expected to stay at 2.4%. The monthly rate may rise to 0.3% from a 0.1% decline in March. Higher-than-expected inflation could lower the chances of an interest rate cut this year. This may hurt BTC and other risk assets.Bitcoin Price Nears All-Time Highs: Key Levels & Market SignalsThe weekly BTC/USD chart indicates that Bitcoin price trades around its all-time highs. Analysts, however, have several warning signs.A likely double top formation is building up at the $105,000 level. This may indicate a reversal if BTC does not break out from this level with volume support.The existing candle arrangement also possesses rejections on the upper wicks, pointing to an increased selling pressure. Analysts point to weakening momentum, which could lead to a price correction.BTC/USD Price Chart | Source: TradingViewThere is also a large short liquidation cluster between $104,000 and $105,000, which could attract price action upwards. Yet, if the cluster fails to act as a magnet, price may pull back toward nearby support levels.Support zones to monitor are $90,000 and $70,000. These regions acted as consolidation zones in the past rallies. Resistance is $105,000 to $110,000; breaking above will bring Bitcoin into price discovery.Liquidity and Sentiment Drive VolatilityData from TheKingfisher platform reveals a high level of short liquidations on the verge of Bitcoin’s current trading level. These positions are primarily in the $104,000 to 105,000 range.A liquidity zone forms in this cluster. Prices may rise if buyers gain control and momentum favors the bulls. In contrast, long liquidations below the $101,000 level appear far less significant.Liquidations are unevenly distributed. Traders shorting the Bitcoin price are more exposed than those betting on a rise. As a result, the path of least resistance for Bitcoin may be toward higher prices in the short term.DisclaimerIn this article, the views, and opinions stated by the author, or any people named are for informational purposes only, and they don’t establish the investment, financial, or any other advice. Trading or investing in cryptocurrency assets comes with a risk of financial loss.Olivia StephanieOlivia Stephanie is a FinTech enthusiast with a keen understanding of financial markets. Her passion for economics and finance has led her to explore emerging blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets.The post Bitcoin Price Falls To $102K As Institutional Buyers Step In appeared first on The Market Periodical.

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Sun Valley Releases 2025 Financial Report: Bitcoin Mining Revenue Reaches $670 Million, Accelerating Transformation to AI Infrastructure Platform


On March 16, 2026, in Dallas, Texas, USA, CanGu Company (New York Stock Exchange code: CANG, hereinafter referred to as "CanGu" or the "Company") today announced its unaudited financial performance for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025. As a bitcoin mining enterprise relying on a globally operated layout and dedicated to building an integrated energy and AI computing power platform, CanGu is actively advancing its business transformation and infrastructure development.


2025 Full Year and Fourth Quarter Financial and Operational Highlights


• Financial Performance:

Total revenue for the full year 2025 was $688.1 million, with $179.5 million in the fourth quarter.

Bitcoin mining business revenue for the full year was $675.5 million, with $172.4 million in the fourth quarter.

Full-year adjusted EBITDA was $24.5 million, while the fourth quarter was -$156.3 million.


• Mining Operations and Costs:

A total of 6,594.6 bitcoins were mined throughout the year, averaging 18.07 bitcoins per day; of which 1,718.3 bitcoins were mined in the fourth quarter, averaging 18.68 bitcoins per day.

The average mining cost for the full year (excluding miner depreciation) was $79,707 per bitcoin, and for the fourth quarter, it was $84,552;

The all-in sustaining costs were $97,272 and $106,251 per bitcoin, respectively.

As of the end of December 2025, the company has cumulatively produced 7,528.4 bitcoins since entering the bitcoin mining business.


• Strategic Progress:

The company has completed the termination of the American Depositary Receipt (ADR) program and transitioned to a direct listing on the NYSE to enhance information transparency and align with its strategic direction, with a long-term goal of expanding its investor base.


CEO Paul Yu stated: "2025 marked the company's first full year as a bitcoin mining enterprise, characterized by rapid execution and structural reshaping. We completed a comprehensive adjustment of our asset system and established a globally distributed mining network. Additionally, the company introduced a new management team, further strengthening our capabilities and competitive advantage in the digital asset and energy infrastructure space. The completion of the NYSE direct listing and USD pricing also signifies our transformation into a global AI infrastructure company."


"As we enter 2026, the company will continue to optimize its balance sheet structure and enhance operational efficiency and cost resilience through adjustments to the miner portfolio. At the same time, we are advancing our strategic transformation into an AI infrastructure provider. Leveraging EcoHash, we will utilize our capabilities in scalable computing power and energy networks to provide cost-effective AI inference solutions. The relevant site transformations and product development are progressing simultaneously, and the company is well-positioned to sustain its execution in the new phase."


The company's Chief Financial Officer, Michael Zhang, stated: "By 2025, the company is expected to achieve significant revenue growth through its scaled mining operations. Despite recording a net loss of $452.8 million from ongoing operations, mainly due to one-time transformation costs and market-driven fair value adjustments, the company, from a financial perspective, will reduce its leverage, optimize its Bitcoin reserve strategy and liquidity management, introduce new capital to strengthen its financial position, and seize investment opportunities in high-potential areas such as AI infrastructure while navigating market volatility."


Fourth Quarter 2025 Ongoing Operations Financial Performance


Revenue


The total revenue for the fourth quarter was $1.795 billion. Of this, the Bitcoin mining business contributed $1.724 billion in revenue, generating 1,718.3 Bitcoins during the quarter. Revenue from the international automobile trading business was $4.8 million.


Operating Costs and Expenses


The total operating costs and expenses for the fourth quarter amounted to $4.56 billion, primarily attributed to expenses related to the Bitcoin mining business, as well as impairment of mining machines and fair value losses on Bitcoin collateral receivables.


This includes:

· Cost of Revenue (excluding depreciation): $1.553 billion

· Cost of Revenue (depreciation): $38.1 million

· Operating Expenses: $9.9 million (including related-party expenses of $1.1 million)

· Mining Machine Impairment Loss: $81.4 million

· Fair Value Loss on Bitcoin Collateral Receivables: $171.4 million


Profit Situation


The operating loss for the fourth quarter was $276.6 million, a significant increase from a loss of $0.7 million in the same period of 2024, primarily due to the downward trend in Bitcoin prices.


The net loss from ongoing operations was $285 million, compared to a net profit of $2.4 million in the same period last year.


The adjusted EBITDA was -$156.3 million, compared to $2.4 million in the same period last year.


Full Year 2025 Ongoing Operations Financial Performance


Revenue

The total revenue for the full year was $6.881 billion. Of this, the revenue from the Bitcoin mining business was $6.755 billion, with a total output of 6,594.6 Bitcoins for the year. Revenue from the international automobile trading business was $9.8 million.


Operating Costs and Expenses


The total annual operating costs and expenses amount to $1.1 billion.


Specifically, they include:

· Revenue Cost (excluding depreciation): $543.3 million

· Revenue Cost (depreciation): $116.6 million

· Operating Expenses: $28.9 million (including related-party expenses of $1.1 million)

· Miner Impairment Loss: $338.3 million

· Bitcoin Collateral Receivable Fair Value Change Loss: $96.5 million


Profitability


The full-year operating loss is $437.1 million. The continuing operations net loss is $452.8 million, while in 2024, there was a net profit of $4.8 million.


The 2025 non-GAAP adjusted net profit is $24.5 million (compared to $5.7 million in 2024). This measure does not include share-based compensation expenses; refer to "Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for details.


Financial Position


As of December 31, 2025, the company's key assets and liabilities are as follows:


· Cash and Cash Equivalents: $41.2 million

· Bitcoin Collateral Receivable (Non-current, related party): $663.0 million

· Miner Net Value: $248.7 million

· Long-Term Debt (related party): $557.6 million


In February 2026, the company sold 4,451 bitcoins and repaid a portion of related-party long-term debt to reduce financial leverage and optimize the asset-liability structure.


Stock Repurchase


As per the stock repurchase plan disclosed on March 13, 2025, as of December 31, 2025, the company had repurchased a total of 890,155 shares of Class A common stock for approximately $1.2 million.


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