Understanding Bitcoin Futures Quotes
The Quote Overview page provides a comprehensive snapshot of Bitcoin futures market activity. During trading hours, delayed exchange price information displays with a 10-minute delay (CT), and new delayed trade updates refresh automatically with visual "flash" indicators.
Key data fields include:
- Day High/Low: Current session's highest and lowest trade prices
- Open: Starting price plotted on the High/Low histogram
- Previous Close: Final price from last trading session
- Bid/Ask: Latest bid price/size and ask price/size
- Volume: Total contracts traded in current session
- Average Volume: 20-day moving average of trade volume
- Weighted Alpha: Annual price movement measurement
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Price Performance Metrics
Historical Highs and Lows
- 1-Month Performance: Volatility trends and price extremes
- 3-Month Performance: Medium-term support/resistance levels
- 12-Month Performance: Annual trading ranges and cyclical patterns
View expanded historical data through the "See More" Performance Report link.
Advanced Futures Analysis Tools
Seasonal Chart Patterns
Visualize Bitcoin's historical performance across calendar months, identifying:
- Recurring price trends
- Cyclical demand fluctuations
- 18-month price comparisons
Commitment of Traders (COT) Data
Updated weekly from CFTC reports (Tuesday data released Friday), showing:
- Long/short position ratios
- Institutional vs. retail trader activity
- Open interest trends
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Technical Opinion Ratings
Barchart's proprietary analysis evaluates 13 technical indicators across timeframes:
| Rating | Criteria | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| Strong Buy | >66% Buy | Significant upward momentum |
| Weak Sell | 0-33% Sell | Emerging downward pressure |
| Hold | Neutral | Awaiting clearer signals |
Stochastic Indicator Alerts:
- Overbought (>80%K): Potential reversal warning
- Oversold (<20%K): Possible rebound opportunity
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is Bitcoin futures data updated?
Delayed prices refresh every 10 minutes during market hours, with real-time updates indicated by visual flashes.
What does Weighted Alpha indicate?
This metric measures Bitcoin's price movement relative to its historical average over a one-year period, helping identify strong trends.
How reliable are seasonal patterns for Bitcoin?
While cryptocurrencies show some cyclical tendencies, their relative newness means patterns are less established than traditional commodities. Combine seasonal data with other indicators.
Why monitor COT reports?
Institutional positioning often precedes major price movements, making COT data valuable for anticipating market turns.
What's the difference between Bid/Ask and Last Price?
Bid represents buyer demand, Ask reflects seller supply, while Last Price shows the most recent executed trade - together they indicate market liquidity.