Crypto markets faced a mixed backdrop on Tuesday. Bitcoin liquidations topped $1.23 million and Bitcoin ETF inflows surged, while the VIX jumped to 15.2, signaling rising risk amid soft economic prints.
Crypto Liquidations & ETF Flows
Bitcoin saw total liquidations of $1.23 million, with longs accounting for $1.11 million and shorts $0.12 million source. Ethereum liquidations reached $3.12 million, dominated by longs [$3.08 million] (https://www.cftc.gov). On the inflow side, Bitcoin ETFs attracted $137.3 million of net buying CME, while Ethereum ETFs recorded $4.95 million in inflows CME.
Crypto Sentiment
The Crypto Fear & Greed Index slipped to 41, indicating a fear‑biased market source. This sentiment aligns with the elevated liquidation activity.
US Economic Snapshot
- Empire State Manufacturing Index fell to 10.6 from 15.6, a drop that suggests weaker industrial growth NY Gov.
- Housing Starts slipped to 1.350 million units, down from 1.427 million, pointing to cooling residential construction demand Census Bureau.
Stock Market & VIX
The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) rose to 15.19, up 0.94 points (+6.6%) CBOE, reflecting heightened market anxiety. The Stock Fear & Greed Index stands at 59, showing a greed‑leaning sentiment among equity investors source.