Bitcoin’s price correction has caused a wave of accumulation among large investors, with on-chain data revealing that whale wallets have collectively purchased close to 200,000 BTC in the past month. Despite market uncertainty and price swings, institutional and high-net-worth investors are strengthening their BTC positions, indicating a longer-term bullish sentiment.
Bitcoin’s price has tumbled from a high of approximately $99,000 in early March to lows near $77,000, marking a decline of more than 22%. The downturn has raised concerns among some investors, but for whales—entities holding at least 1,000 BTC—this has been a prime accumulation opportunity.
According to data from CryptoQuant, these high-net-worth investors have added close to 200,000 BTC in the past month alone.
The scale of this accumulation suggests strong conviction among deep-pocketed investors, with BTC’s long-term value proposition remaining intact despite short-term price fluctuations.
One factor influencing this accumulation is the policy shift under U.S. President Donald Trump. His administration’s growing embrace of Bitcoin, including the creation of a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, has introduced a new dynamic into the market.
Trump’s pro-Bitcoin stance has encouraged discussions that the asset will play a more significant role in global financial strategies, further encouraging institutional investors to secure their holdings before potential regulatory clarity boosts adoption.
Bitcoin Institutional Accumulation Beyond the U.S.
The accumulation trend isn’t limited to private whales—several institutions have continued expanding their Bitcoin holdings, further indicating strong confidence in BTC’s long-term value.
Metaplanet, a Japanese investment firm, recently issued ¥2 billion ($13.3 million) in zero-interest bonds to finance additional Bitcoin purchases. This development increased the company’s total holdings to over 3,200 BTC, acquired at an average price of approximately $84000 per BTC. The firm has been aggressively accumulating BTC, positioning itself as a major institutional player in the crypto space.
Meanwhile, Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) continues to hold its position as the largest corporate Bitcoin holder. Despite recent market volatility, the company remains committed to its accumulation strategy, doubling down on BTC as a key asset in its treasury reserves.
El Salvador, under the leadership of President Nayib Bukele, has also reinforced its commitment to BTC. The country has expanded its reserves to over 6,100 BTC, even as the International Monetary Fund urged it to scale back its crypto strategy. Bukele’s administration has remained steadfast, emphasizing the long-term benefits of BTC adoption despite external pressures from global financial institutions.
