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Philip Laurens
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2025: Not a Bull Run, Not a Crash - Strategic Lessons from the Market

In October 2025, BTC fell below a $1 trillion market capitalization, triggering widespread liquidations across the crypto market. Despite the volatility, disciplined portfolios closed the year with gains exceeding 100%. These results were not achieved through speculative hype, but through strategic rotation, timely exits, and strict risk management.

Top performers of 2025:

  • ETH: $2,100 → $3,600 — consistent, patient growth
  • SEI: 2× growth driven by expanding DeFi adoption
  • TIA: benefited from the emerging modular blockchain narrative
  • WBT: sub-$32 → $74 peak following S&P index inclusion

These movements were not sudden spikes or “moonshots.” They reflected BTC-driven trading strategies, disciplined profit-taking, and resilience during Q4 market dips.

Key takeaway: In volatile markets, the most effective strategy can often be: stay calm, take profits when appropriate, and repeat.

For a detailed breakdown of this 108%+ portfolio journey, including wins, missteps, and insights, see the full recap.

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