Definition ∞ ETF liquidations refer to the forced sale of assets held within an Exchange Traded Fund. This occurs when an ETF is closed or when its underlying holdings are sold to meet redemption requests from investors. In the context of crypto, this typically pertains to ETFs that track digital assets or related indices. These sales can exert downward pressure on the prices of the underlying assets.
Context ∞ News about ETF liquidations in the digital asset sector often follows periods of significant market volatility or regulatory changes impacting crypto-linked investment products. Such events can signal a decrease in institutional interest or a forced unwinding of positions. Understanding ETF liquidations helps interpret market movements and the broader institutional sentiment towards digital assets.
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