Published by FinanceWire
Posted on July 16, 2025
4 min readLast updated: January 19, 2026
Press Release
Singapore, Singapore, July 16th, 2025, FinanceWire
FBS, a leading global broker, shares its expert review of the first half of 2025 in the cryptocurrency market and outlines key scenarios shaping the months ahead.
Bitcoin led the market in H1, showing solid resilience and setting new highs despite global uncertainty. Supported by a more favorable macroeconomic environment with stabilizing inflation, a pause in US rate hikes, and a weaker dollar, BTC once again confirmed its position as the leading force in the crypto market.
Earlier in 2025, Bitcoin briefly fell to $76 300 before making a strong comeback in Q2 and reaching a new all-time high. This recovery reinforced BTC’s dominance, especially among institutional investors, and left many altcoins struggling to catch up.
“Bitcoin has once again proven to be the core asset in the crypto market,” say FBS analysts. “But the real question is whether we’re nearing the end of this bull cycle — or if the market still has room to run.”
Altcoins fall behind
While Bitcoin surged, most altcoins, including ETH, SOL, and XRP, remained under pressure. The long-awaited “altseason” didn’t take off in the first half of the year, as most liquidity remained concentrated in Bitcoin. Weak speculative interest and a lack of strong fundamentals limited altcoin recovery, leaving many assets below their year-to-date performance.
Some, like XRP, showed relative stability due to strong communities and partnerships. But overall, altcoins underperformed, raising doubts about whether they’ll see a meaningful upside before the current cycle peaks.
Macro picture: the key to what comes next
In the second half of 2025, market attention shifts to key macroeconomic signals. According to FBS, three forces will likely shape crypto’s direction:
Tracking the Post-Halving Market Trajectory
Looking at past market cycles, FBS analysts highlight that bull markets tend to peak 200–500 days after a Bitcoin halving. The last halving occurred in April 2024, putting a potential cycle top around Q4 2025 to Q1 2026. Technical indicators like the Money Flow Index (MFI) also suggest FBS may still be in the active phase of the bull run.
That said, the market now enters a decisive phase. Continued growth may drive renewed capital into altcoins, sparking delayed upside. On the other hand, signs of exhaustion or macro headwinds could mark the start of a longer correction.
“The next few months will define this cycle,” the report concludes. “Whether it’s the beginning of the end or just another phase of growth — traders need to stay alert.”
Users can read the latest FBS analysis here.
To learn more about FBS and its services, users can visit FBS.com.
Disclaimer: This material does not constitute a call to trade, trading advice, or recommendation, and is intended for informational purposes only.
About FBS
FBS is a global brand that unites several independent brokerage companies under the licenses of FSC (Belize), CySEC (Cyprus), and ASIC (Australia). With 16 years of experience and over 100 international awards, FBS is steadily developing as one of the market’s most trusted brokers. Today, FBS serves over 27 000 000 traders and more than 700 000 partners around the globe.
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Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency that allows for peer-to-peer transactions over the internet without the need for a central authority.
Altcoins are any cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin. They often aim to improve upon Bitcoin's technology or offer unique features.
A cryptocurrency market is a platform where various cryptocurrencies are traded, allowing users to buy, sell, and exchange digital currencies.
Macroeconomic influence refers to the impact of large-scale economic factors, such as inflation and interest rates, on financial markets and investments.
Market dominance is a measure of a company's or asset's share of the total market, indicating its competitive position and influence.
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