Michael Saylor posted a cryptic message on X referencing "green dots" alongside Strategy's bitcoin holdings and equity guidance charts, after the company's market net asset value fell below 1.0x this week. Strategy's published guidance states that when mNAV falls below 1.0x, the firm will "consider issuing credit to repurchase MSTR," prompting speculation the company may shift from bitcoin purchases to share buybacks. Analysts identify $180 as a critical resistance level for MSTR shares, which are currently testing support near $170 following a sharp decline.

Chief investment officers from major financial firms argue the Bitcoin cycle remains intact despite recent market turbulence. BTC could resume its upward trajectory toward $160,000 unless it falls below the March 2024 all-time high of $74,000, according to industry executives.

Bitcoin's rally halted at the $92,000 resistance level, failing to break through despite a brief rebound. Market data show weakening momentum, with ETF inflows subdued and implied volatility dropping to cycle lows. Analysts expect the asset to trade between $70,000 and $100,000 through year-end.

Bitcoin traded near $86,056 on December 18, down nearly 6% in 24 hours, as traders positioned ahead of a critical Federal Reserve policy decision expected this month. Market analysts warn that a potential $6.6 trillion shift in global liquidity could reshape risk appetite across equities, crypto, and bonds. Speculation has intensified following reports that Kevin Hassett, a former White House economic advisor, has emerged as a contender for the Fed chair role.

Bitfarms Ltd. (BITF) shares fell 9.48% to $3.15 in premarket trading on November 29, 2025, as Bitcoin dropped over 4% to below $86,680. The decline came as China's central bank warned against cryptocurrency speculation and pledged to intensify its crackdown on illegal activities involving virtual currencies and stablecoins. The regulatory pressure compounds challenges for crypto mining operations already facing profitability constraints from falling Bitcoin prices.

Bitcoin dropped below $86,000 on December 1, extending November's 17% decline—the largest monthly loss for the asset in 2025 and its worst November since 2018. The selloff erased a week of gains within hours, wiping more than $144 billion from total crypto market capitalization. Long position holders absorbed losses exceeding $535 million as thin weekend liquidity and cascading liquidations amplified volatility.

Bitcoin fell 6% intraday to $85,653 on December 1, 2025, while the broader cryptocurrency market capitalization declined more than 5% to $2.92 trillion. The Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Index moved into negative territory, reflecting reduced buying pressure from U.S. investors compared to offshore exchanges.

Bitcoin fell below $90,000 on December 1, 2025, declining 5% to $86,627 amid broad risk-off sentiment. November marked the cryptocurrency's largest monthly loss since May 2021, with prices dropping over $18,000 during the period. The selloff triggered liquidations exceeding $637 million as investors exited risk positions across markets.