According to Coin Metrics data compiled by analytics platform Unfolded, Bitcoin spot trading volume has fallen to an average of 126,000 BTC daily in 2026 through November 9, marking its lowest annual level since 2016. The figure represents a 72% decline from 453,000 BTC traded daily in 2022 and a 16% decrease compared with 2025, reflecting sustained reduction in bitcoins changing hands on centralized exchanges. Bitcoin was trading around $74,000 at the time, approximately 41% below its October 2025 record high of more than $126,000.
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