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Shiba Inu Jumps 121% in Key Metric — So Why Is Sell Pressure Still Rising?

Shiba Inu (SHIB) saw a 121.26% increase in exchange outflows, suggesting accumulation. However, inflows rose 182.3%, resulting in a net positive flow of 86.53 billion SHIB to exchanges. SHIB's price fell 4% to $0.00000520, testing key support levels. Exchange reserves rose 0.1% to 87.29 trillion SHIB, indicating increased sell pressure.

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Published Sep 5, 2026, 3:54 PM UTC
Analysis
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

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Why it matters

The net inflow suggests bearish pressure, but the outflow magnitude could indicate accumulation by whales.

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Market read

On‑chain flow data provides immediate insight into SHIB's liquidity and short‑term price direction.

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What to watch

Burn rate remains minimal; low burn activity may limit long‑term supply reduction.

Relevance 5/10Novelty 5/10Timing: today

Background

Shiba Inu (SHIB) experienced a large exchange outflow spike but even larger inflows, creating net supply pressure amid a 4% price decline.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$SHIB-USDBearishMedium confidence
Context

SHIB exchange outflows jumped 121% while inflows rose 182%, indicating net inflow pressure and a potential bearish bias despite a 4% price drop.

Expected impact

Potential further downside toward $0.0000050 if inflow pressure persists.

Evidence & confidence

Higher inflows than outflows increase liquid supply; technical support at $0.0000050 is being tested.

Market effects

Highlights liquidity dynamics in meme‑coin segment, may influence trader sentiment across similar low‑price tokens.

Primarily affects crypto markets globally; no specific regional bias.

Relevant to crypto traders worldwide monitoring on‑chain flow metrics.

Counterpoint

Despite net inflows, the sharp outflow spike could signal accumulation by large holders, supporting a short‑term bounce.

Key entities

  • Shiba Inu

    Meme‑coin token analyzed for on‑chain flow and price action.

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