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accumulation
What does accumulation mean?
A market phase after a decline where prices stabilise and larger investors quietly build positions, laying the groundwork for the next uptrend.
"Price has been ranging for months — looks like an accumulation phase."
Origin
Traditional market-cycle terminology used throughout crypto analysis.
Frequently asked questions
What is accumulation in crypto?
It's a market phase after a decline where prices stabilise in a range and larger investors quietly build positions ahead of the next uptrend.
How do you spot an accumulation phase?
Traders look for prolonged sideways ranging with low volatility after a downturn, often paired with on-chain signs of whales gradually buying.
What comes after accumulation?
In classic market-cycle theory, accumulation is typically followed by a markup phase — the uptrend or rally that the earlier buying sets up.
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