Bitcoin Ends 2025 with First Annual Loss Post-Halving Amid Changing Market Dynamics
Bitcoin closed 2025 with roughly a 6% annual loss, marking its first red year following a halving event. This outcome breaks the established four-year cycle that previously defined bull markets in 2013, 2017, and 2021.
Currently, Bitcoin is trading near $88,700, approximately 30% below its October peak. The price action appears increasingly influenced by ETFs, institutional capital, and broader macro liquidity conditions, rather than the traditional halving-driven market dynamics.
This information is part of a live update on cryptocurrency developments published on January 2, 2026. It is important to note that cryptocurrency remains a high-risk asset class, and this article is provided for informational purposes only, not as investment advice; capital loss is possible.
