Options Data for Bitcoin and Altcoins Is Sending Signals: VanEck Reports
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Options Data for Bitcoin and Altcoins Is Sending Signals: VanEck Reports
Options data in the cryptocurrency market may be signaling a stabilization after major declines.
Author:
Mete Demiralp
22.03.2026 - 18:11
Update: 21 minutes ago
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In its report published for mid-March 2026, cryptocurrency management company VanEck revealed that the market has shifted to a significantly defensive position.
According to the report, investor demand for hedging against downside risks reached record levels, while indicators reflecting bearish expectations in the options market saw a significant increase.
In the Bitcoin options market, the put/call open position ratio rose to 0.84, reaching its highest level since June 2021. Over the past 30 days, premiums paid by investors to hedge against declines reached approximately $685 million, while call option premiums, representing bullish expectations, fell by 12% to $562 million. This indicates a strengthening risk-aversion trend among market participants.
During the same period, a significant decrease was observed in volatility and leverage. Bitcoin’s realized volatility fell from approximately 80 to 50, while futures funding rates dropped from 4.1% to 2.7%. This indicates that speculative activity decreased in the market following the sharp price drop, and investors rebalanced their positions more cautiously.$ARIA
