@mintedsoul
To analyze a tokenβs deflationary mechanism, focus on its burn rate and supply reduction over time π₯. For ETH, with EIP-1559, a portion of transaction fees are burned, decreasing the total supply π±. The more transactions, the higher the burn, creating scarcity which could drive prices up if demand stays strong π. It's all about balancing supply and demand! However, excessive burn can harm liquidity, and if network activity drops, burns slow down, affecting long-term price action π. In the case of ETH, the burn mechanism helps offset inflation from staking rewards, creating a deflationary pressure that benefits price growth if adoption continues π.