# Bitcoin Profit-Taking Hits Its Highest Daily Level So Far in 2026

By Enna Lee

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Published: 2026-10-02T01:03:45.000Z
Updated: 2026-10-02T01:03:45.000Z
Section: Investing

> Holders realized profits totaling 25,700 BTC on Sept. 22. Apparent spot demand fell by 170,000 BTC over 30 days, while growth in speculative futures demand slowed.

Holders realized profits totaling 25,700 BTC on Sept. 22, the highest daily level so far in 2026, as apparent spot demand for Bitcoin (BTC) declined and growth in speculative futures demand slowed.

Short-term traders’ unrealized profit margin reached 33%, its highest level since December 2024. Apparent spot demand for BTC fell by 170,000 BTC over the past 30 days.

The increase in speculative futures demand also slowed, falling from 164,000 BTC on Sept. 14 to 16,000 BTC on Sept. 29.