This metric tracks the percentage of addresses that maintain a balance of the asset across consecutive 30-day periods. It's calculated by dividing the number of addresses currently holding a balance (including new holders, resurrected holders, and all retained holder categories) by the total number of addresses that held a balance at any point during the observation period.
Higher retention rates suggest strong holder confidence and long-term commitment. A retention rate of 80% means 8 out of 10 addresses that had a balance continue to hold the asset, while lower rates may indicate selling pressure or loss of confidence.
Based on: Glassnode Studio Chart – Holder Retention
Further reading: Glassnode Insights – Understanding Retention