The Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Index stayed positive for 18 consecutive days, with the latest reading reported at 0.0323%, versus an earlier cited reading of 0.0336%. The index measures the gap between Bitcoin prices on Coinbase and other exchanges or the broader global market average. A positive reading indicates Bitcoin is trading at a premium on Coinbase, which traders commonly view as a sign of comparatively stronger U.S. buying interest and spot-market demand on the exchange.