Bitcoin Cash Leads Layer-1 Performance in 2025

As of December 9, 2025, Bitcoin Cash (BCH) is the top performing major Layer 1 network year to date, gaining more than 38% to nearly 40%, according to data highlighted by on chain analyst @CryptoKoryo.

$BCH outpaces nearly all large cap Layer 1 tokens. The performance chart shows Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, and Avalanche posting steep year to date losses, several exceeding 50%. Only a few assets, including $BNB, $TRX, and $HYPE, show modest positive returns.

Key drivers highlighted in the analysis:

•Fully circulating supply, with approximately 20 million $BCH already in the market

•No ongoing token unlocks, foundation sales, or VC vesting overhang

•No inflationary emissions, keeping dilution at zero

•Strong liquidity, rising demand, and improving transaction activity

•Growing market interest following recent breakouts and bullish sentiment

These fundamentals have helped shield $BCH from the sell pressure and dilution cycles affecting many competing Layer 1 ecosystems in 2025. Additional catalysts include its low volatility profile, increasing investor confidence, and speculation around potential institutional products such as ETFs.