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American Bitcoin Craters on Lockup Expiry Then Steadies

A lockup expiry released pre‑merger shares, unleashing a supply shock that overwhelmed a thin float.

Overview

  • ABTC fell as much as about 50% intraday on Dec. 2 and closed down 38.83% at $2.19 after repeated trading halts.
  • Turnover spiked to roughly 55 million shares versus an average near 3 million as pre‑merger private‑placement stock became sellable.
  • Bitcoin climbed above $91,000 with most crypto equities higher, highlighting a sharp divergence from the miner’s stock.
  • Eric Trump said he is holding his stake and Hut 8 said it did not sell; company leaders described this as the first major unlock and warned of near‑term choppiness.
  • Shares recovered modestly in after‑hours and premarket trade; Hut 8 fell about 12% and ABTC still touts Q3 profitability and roughly 4,000 BTC, with most historical holders restricted until 2026 under SEC agreements.