# Bitcoin supply in loss hits record 10.83 million BTC

**Published:** 2026-06-25T14:57:52.472Z  
**Topic:** Bitcoin  
**Sentiment:** neutral  
**Publisher:** TrendWatcher — https://www.trendwatcher.in/article/cb9bba70-9c06-4fb6-a113-da07a29da108

Bitcoin’s loss‑holding balance climbs to a record 10.83 million coins as price sits near $59,280, signaling stress for short‑term traders.

Almost 11 million BTC are now held at a loss, the highest level on record, while the price of Bitcoin slipped 2.9% to $59,280, underscoring pressure on short‑term holders [2].

| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Price | $59,280 |
| 24‑h change | –2.89% |
| BTC in loss | 10.83 million (record) |
| Long‑term holders | 14.8 million (record) |

## Record loss holdings amid price dip  
The surge to 10.83 million BTC in loss‑holding status follows a 2.89% price decline on June 25, 2026. Glassnode data cited by CoinDesk shows the loss‑holding metric reaching a new peak, indicating that a larger share of the supply is now underwater compared with previous weeks. At the same time, long‑term holders—addresses that have not moved coins for at least a year—now control a record 14.8 million BTC, suggesting a growing concentration among patient investors.

## On‑chain context and market dynamics  
The contrast between the expanding loss pool and the record‑high long‑term holdings highlights a divergence in trader sentiment. Short‑term participants appear to be exiting positions as price pressures mount, while the “HODL” cohort remains entrenched, potentially providing a floor of demand. The price level of $59,280 sits below recent highs but remains above the $55,000 support zone that has held since early May, offering a technical reference point for further moves.

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| BTC in loss | 10.83 million |
| Long‑term holder balance | 14.8 million |
| Current price | $59,280 |
| 24‑h price change | –2.89% |

## What to watch
- **Price thresholds:** $55,000 support and $62,000 resistance could shape next‑day volatility.  
- **Loss‑holding trends:** Any contraction in the 10.83 million‑BTC loss pool would signal easing pressure on short‑term traders.  
- **Long‑term holder activity:** A noticeable outflow from the 14.8 million‑BTC long‑term cohort could test the resilience of the current price floor.

The record‑high loss‑holding figure underscores heightened downside risk for traders, while the simultaneous rise in long‑term holdings suggests that patient investors may be the primary source of future price support. The market now watches whether the loss pool recedes or the long‑term cohort remains steadfast.

## Sources
1. Investopedia — [investopedia.com/tech/what-happens-bitcoin-after-21-million-mined](https://www.investopedia.com/tech/what-happens-bitcoin-after-21-million-mined/)
2. CoinDesk — [Bitcoin supply in loss reaches record high 10.83 million BTC](https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/06/25/bitcoin-supply-in-loss-reaches-record-high-10-83-million-btc)

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