$97.7M in ETH Liquidated as Longs Get Wiped Out
Over $97M in Ethereum positions liquidated in one hour, with $95M from longs.
- $97.7M in ETH liquidated in just 60 minutes
- $95.42M came from long positions alone
- Market volatility continues to impact leveraged traders
ETH Traders Face Massive Liquidations
In a sudden wave of market volatility, $97.7 million worth of Ethereum (ETH) positions were liquidated within just 60 minutes. Out of this total, a staggering $95.42 million came from long positions, highlighting the risks leveraged traders face during abrupt market shifts.
This sharp liquidation event reflects how quickly sentiment can shift in the crypto markets — and how painful the results can be for over-leveraged participants.
Long Positions Take the Hardest Hit
The majority of liquidations hitting long ETH positions suggests that traders were heavily betting on the price of Ethereum moving higher. However, a swift price downturn triggered automatic sell-offs across major exchanges, leading to one of the largest short-term liquidation events in recent weeks.
Liquidations occur when traders using borrowed funds (leverage) are unable to meet margin requirements, forcing their positions to close automatically — often at a loss. These kinds of mass liquidations tend to exacerbate price drops, creating a cycle of fear and volatility.
What This Means for the Market
This event serves as a strong reminder of the risks of leverage in crypto trading. While the broader market remains uncertain, such high liquidation volumes can indicate instability — or even signal potential reversals if sentiment shifts.
Ethereum traders, especially those using leverage, should exercise caution. High-risk strategies during volatile conditions can lead to major losses in very short time frames.
As always, risk management is critical in markets that move this fast.
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