Bitfinex Alpha | Glimmers of Positivity in the New Year
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After a weak end to the year with late December trading marked by thin liquidity and compressed volatility, Bitcoin entered 2026 showing early signs of stabilisation. BTC consolidated in a tight $85,000–$94,000 range, underperforming equities as the S&P 500 closed 2025 near record highs. BTC was likely affected by year-end tax-loss harvesting and portfolio rebalancing, as most traditional asset classes posted strong annual returns while crypto lagged. However, the first trading sessions of 2026 have seen a modest reversal in relative performance, with Bitcoin up over 3 percent while equities have softened, hinting at a potential shift in short-term dynamics.
