Explainer | Why the crypto market has fallen to a six-month low
The cryptocurrency market continues to decline sharply, with Bitcoin hitting a six-month low in trade.
On November 14, Bitcoin slipped below the key $100,000 mark to under $95,000, signalling continued weakness in the world’s biggest digital asset. Bitcoin’s all-time high is around $126,000.
But Bitcoin is not the only crypto under pressure. Several altcoins and tokens have also fallen 20–30% from their 2025 highs.
Why Are Cryptocurrencies Falling?
There are a few key reasons behind the sell-off:
Heavy Selling by Investors
Over the last 40–45 days, nearly 850,000 Bitcoins have been sold. This is the highest selling pressure seen since January 2024.
Profit-Taking After the Bitcoin Halving
Bitcoin undergoes a “halving” every four…
