Here is why a massive $1.6 billion in crypto liquidity is sitting idle and wasting away
About $542 million weekly sat outside active trading ranges, meaning this capital earned zero fees and provided no market depth.
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Summary
- Dune research found that $1.6 billion in DeFi liquidity was underutilized in H1 2026, failing to generate returns.
- About $542 million weekly sat outside active trading ranges, meaning this capital earned zero fees and provided no market depth.
- While out-of-range positions miss around $150 million in annual fees, maintaining active positions involves transaction costs and execution risks.
