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Unlocking the Supply and Demand Rebalancing Under the Trend
In May, multiple mainstream projects will experience large-scale token unlocks. This is not only a coincidence in timing but also a concentrated release of cyclical supply and demand pressure in the crypto market. Unlocking means that previously locked tokens enter the free circulation market, providing liquidity to early investors, team members, and ecosystem funds. For the market, this is a test of absorption capacity. If unlocking occurs during a period of high market sentiment, the selling pressure can often be absorbed by incremental funds; if during a downturn, it may lead to price suppression. This wave of unlocks, combined with macro uncertainties, what is the impact? We need to analyze each aspect: Which projects have high unlock ratios? What is the holder structure of the unlocked tokens? Are OTCs pre-absorbing the supply? Smart investors will do their homework on the unlock schedule rather than react only on the day of unlocking. For investors holding related tokens, understanding the unlock rhythm and assessing potential selling pressure are basic skills for trading in May.
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