· The price of Bitcoin decreased in 2025, while the price of gold increased by 65% and was traded above $4,500.
· The price of Bitcoin must regain $91,300, with a 5% increase, to avoid ending the year clearly in the red.
· Failing to hold $85,200 could lead to a slide towards $80,530 as overall funds remain cautious.
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The price of Bitcoin is under pressure again. Over the past 24 hours, the price of Bitcoin in US dollars has dropped by nearly 1%, trading near $87,000.
This move in itself is not significant. What matters more is what Bitcoin is being compared to. Gold has surpassed the $4,500 level and is trading near record high levels. At the same time, stocks and other assets are rising while Bitcoin remains stuck. This is no longer just a cryptocurrency issue. Bitcoin is now falling behind the broader market.
Bitcoin's price is declining, but not in favor of altcoins.
In 2025, money moved quite differently than many cryptocurrency traders expected. Gold has risen by about 65% this year and is now trading near $4,500, while Bitcoin's price is suffering.
This move is not driven by excitement. It is driven by fear and caution. When investors are worried about the economy, inflation, or global risks, they often move their money into gold. Even hopes for lower interest rates have helped gold more than Bitcoin in US dollars.
Silver has risen by more than 130%. Copper has increased by about 35%. These are not risky assets. They are used in industry and are viewed as stores of value when growth slows.
Stock markets are also advancing. The Nasdaq has risen by nearly 20%. The S&P 500 has increased by about 16%. The Russell 2000 has risen by approximately 13%.
These gains show that capital is flowing towards established large markets. Investors are not seeking quick returns using Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies. They are choosing stability and size.
And now compare that to the cryptocurrency market. Bitcoin (BTC) is still down for the year. Ethereum has dropped even more. Most altcoins have declined by close to 40%. Additionally, the correlation between Bitcoin and gold has significantly decreased, indicating a lack of follow-up hopes.
This makes the price of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies the weakest major asset class in 2025.
This does not happen by accident. Rising interest rates make borrowing expensive. When borrowing is costly, people are less inclined to take risks. Cryptocurrencies rely heavily on risk. Without that, prices will suffer.
Another reason is confidence. After severe losses earlier this year, many investors remain cautious. It takes time for confidence to return.
Why does Bitcoin's price need to move by only 5% to catch up?
Bitcoin started the year near $93,000. This starting point is important. If Bitcoin in US dollars ends the year well below this level, it confirms weak performance. That’s why the amount of $91,300 is significant. It is not a bullish target. It is a survival level.
From current prices, Bitcoin needs to rise by approximately 5% to reach that area. Just above $91,300, Bitcoin avoids ending the year clearly in the red.
Moreover, the next problem appears near $97,900. This level has stopped Bitcoin several times. Each time the price reaches this area, sellers intervene. This indicates that many shareholders are still waiting to sell into strength rather than holding at high prices.
On the downside, $85,200 represents the main support level for Bitcoin's price. Support is the level that buyers typically try to defend the price. Bitcoin has respected this area so far. However, if the price drops below it, the next level is near $80,530.
A move towards $80,530 would place Bitcoin in US dollars well below its annual starting point. This would highlight how much it has lagged compared to gold, silver, and stocks.
What does the bigger picture say about Bitcoin?
This situation does not mean that Bitcoin is finished or dead. It means that the market environment has changed. Right now, investors want safety. Gold is making new highs. Stocks continue to rise slowly and steadily.
On the other hand, Bitcoin's price is moving sideways and struggling to attract strong buying interest. Additionally, its negative correlation with another market element, the DXY index, is also drawing new attention. At a time when the DXY index is looking for a golden cross, it may be difficult for Bitcoin's price to gain a 5% boost before the year's end.
Large institutions are not chasing Bitcoin at these levels. They are protecting capital. Many are waiting for clearer signs of economic easing or lower interest rates before risking again. That’s why Bitcoin's highs in US dollars fade quickly.
Every rise attracts sellers who want to reduce exposure. This keeps Bitcoin's price stuck. For Bitcoin (BTC) to maintain its significance in this macro race, it must first reclaim $91,300. Until that happens, Bitcoin will remain behind assets that are already benefiting from cautious capital flows.
