Altcoins and Bitcoin Dominance Are Neutral
An Uncertain Outlook: Altcoins React as Market Stabilizes
The CMC Altcoin Season Index stands at 45 points, showing a neutral situation between Bitcoin and altcoins. Over the past 90 days, the market capitalization of altcoins grew significantly, driven by political events and the Bitcoin rally.
Bitcoin and altcoins in a delicate market equilibrium, reflecting the current neutrality in the CMC Altcoin Season index. / Coinmarketcap
CMC Altcoin Season Index Analysis
According to data from Coinmarketcap, the CMC Altcoin Season Index stands at 45 out of 100 points, reflecting a neutral or balanced situation in the market dominance between Bitcoin and altcoins. This index evaluates the performance of major altcoins compared to Bitcoin over the past 90 days. It provides a detailed insight into market trends and the dominance of altcoins.
Market Cap Growth
In the last quarter, the market cap of altcoins increased from $959.8 billion to $1.42 trillion. This growth is partly attributed to the recent bullish rally of bitcoin, driven by Donald Trump's election victory in the United States. During September, the bitcoin season peaked with 13 points on the index, highlighting its dominance over altcoins.
Altcoins' Outstanding Performance
Among alternative cryptocurrencies, some demonstrated remarkable performance in the last three months. According to the Top 100 Coins Performance, the most notable ones include:
PNUT: +2101.85%
XLM: +485.32%
DOGE: +295.97%
OM: +293.13%
SUI: +247.94%
RAY: +232.38%
ADA: +175.93%
HBAR: +156.56%
XRP: +144.38%
BONK: +124.57%
Altcoin Season Characteristics
In a typical Altcoin Season, certain patterns are observed in the market:
Rising altcoin dominance: Altcoins gain prominence, often surpassing Bitcoin in terms of market capitalization.
Rapid price appreciation: Altcoins experience significant price increases, sometimes outpacing Bitcoin's growth.
FOMO (Fear of Missing Out): The overall market sentiment is optimistic, leading to increased trading volume and buying pressure.
The cryptocurrency market is currently in a state of equilibrium between Bitcoin and altcoins, with signs of a possible altcoin resurgence. Investors should keep an eye on market movements and consider the potential opportunities that these alternative cryptocurrencies may offer.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investing in cryptocurrencies involves significant risks.