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Sky-high funding rates spell danger. Why this technical indicator suggests investors are too bullish
High equity financing rates, similar to levels seen during the 2008 global financial crisis, are cited as a warning sign that investors may be overly optimistic. The technical indicator suggests potential market risks from excessive bullish sentiment.
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