Bitcoin and Major Tokens Decline Amid Thin Year-End Trading; Copper Surges with Best Annual Rise Since 2009
On December 30, 2025, Bitcoin and major tokens experienced declines during thin year-end trading. Bitcoin hovered around $87,300, down approximately 3% in 24 hours, while ether was near $2,950 and XRP about $1.86. Altcoins including Ethereum (ETH), Cardano (ADA), and Solana (SOL) slipped as trading volumes remained light and U.S. desk participation was limited.
Bitcoin traders are eyeing a price range of $80,000 to $100,000 for the first quarter of 2026. Analyst Linh Tran of XS characterized the outlook as one of stability and renewed accumulation, rather than the onset of a new bullish phase.
In commodities, copper surged to a 10th straight gain, hitting an intraday high near $12,493 per ton. It rose over 40% in 2025, marking the best annual increase since 2009, supported by a weaker U.S. dollar and supply concerns.
In the broader markets, the MSCI Asia Pacific index fell 0.1% following a seven-day rally. U.S. futures showed little change with the S&P 500 down 0.3% and the Nasdaq 100 down 0.5%. A global equities gauge declined for the first time in eight sessions, while gold and silver steadied after retreating from record highs.
Near-term market dynamics suggest that traders are closely monitoring whether Bitcoin can hold the mid-$80,000 level into the new year or face a deeper dip, amid thin liquidity and tax/book-flow effects.
