7 Powerful Insights on How Token Unlocks Impact Price and Market Behavior
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Originally published on BlockCodex
Most crypto investors focus on charts… but overlook one of the biggest market drivers: token unlocks.
When new tokens enter circulation, the impact on price is rarely as simple as “more supply = dump.” In reality, it depends on liquidity, timing, and — most importantly — who receives the tokens.
In this article, I break down how token unlocks actually impact price, using a simple framework based on:
• supply shocks
• market absorption
• investor behavior
• timing and expectations
One key insight: in many cases, the market reacts before the unlock even happens.
Understanding this can completely change how you approach projects like BDAG or any token with upcoming vesting events.
If you’re trying to move beyond basic chart analysis and understand real market dynamics, this is worth a read.
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7 Powerful Insights on How Token Unlocks Impact Price and Market Behavior