Spent Output Profit Ratio (SOPR)
Measures realized profit or loss when coins are moved on UTXO-based blockchains.
Overview
Compares the price at which coins were created to the price when they were spent.
Acts as a sentiment gauge reflecting whether investors are selling at profit or loss.
Interpretation
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SOPR > 1 → Profit realization.
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SOPR < 1 → Loss realization.
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SOPR = 1 → Equilibrium.
Formula
Signal
When SOPR resets below 1 and rebounds, it often marks local bottoms.
Insights
Tracks market sentiment and potential trend reversals across short- and long-term holders.
Available Metrics