Bitcoin Sell Pressure Persists as Taker Buy/Sell Ratio Stays Below Neutral
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 27 2025- Significant Sell Pressure: According to the CryptoQuant report, Bitcoin's taker buy/sell ratio is currently at 0.88, well below the neutral level of 1.0, indicating that sell orders continue to outweigh buy orders, resulting in prices hovering around the mid-to-high $80,000 range and reflecting a lack of buyer enthusiasm.
- Weak Short-Term Rebounds: Although there are occasional brief spikes in buy-side aggression, these have failed to sustain, demonstrating that sellers maintain dominance whenever prices attempt to stabilize or rebound, thus suppressing upward momentum.
- Defensive Market Structure: The analysis highlights that throughout 2025, the taker buy/sell ratio has repeatedly failed to reclaim levels above 1.0, suggesting a market in a distribution or prolonged consolidation phase where selling pressure absorbs demand and limits price increases.
- Cautious Trader Sentiment: The CryptoQuant report indicates that current market participants are prioritizing risk reduction over aggressive long positions, and as long as the taker buy/sell ratio remains below neutral, upward price attempts are likely to face persistent supply pressure, resulting in a cautious market sentiment.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
