Accumulation Phase vs Distribution (on-chain)

Quick comparison to help you distinguish these two crypto terms.

Accumulation Phase
intermediate
market_structure

The accumulation phase is a market cycle stage characterised by suppressed prices, low retail sentiment, and sustained on-chain evidence of large or long-term holders systematically building positions over an extended period.

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Distribution (on-chain)
intermediate
market_structure

On-chain distribution is the measurable process of large or long-term holders consistently reducing their cryptocurrency positions over time, visible through declining wallet balances and exchange inflow patterns.

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