2026-01-11 14:22:08

I just looked over the market data for 2025, and some phenomena are quite worth discussing.

Let's start with the traditional markets. The ChiNext Index has increased by over 51% this year, while the Korean Composite Index saw the biggest gain of 75.63%, mainly driven by the recovery of the semiconductor industry cycle. Mainstream indices like the Hang Seng Tech, Hang Seng Index, S&P 500, and NASDAQ all rose between 15% and 30%, each with their own stories.

The precious metals sector is even more interesting. Silver futures more than doubled this year, with gains exceeding 150% (some data sources show fluctuations between 143% and 147%). Gold's gains were smaller, around 63% to 65%, but the price peaked at $4,500 per ounce, clearly reflecting risk aversion sentiment.

Turning to the cryptocurrency market. Bitcoin rose from $70,000 at the start of the year to break through $100,000 by year-end, with a total increase of 43%. This performance is quite steady, supported by increasing institutional holdings and policy expectations. Ethereum performed even better, with a 120% annual increase, breaking through $8,700, driven largely by the Ethereum 2.0 upgrade and the expansion of the DeFi ecosystem.

Other major cryptocurrencies also didn't stay idle. Binance Coin increased by 22%, Cardano by 85%, and Polkadot by 60%. These smart contract platforms and cross-chain projects are quite active. Interestingly, stablecoins linked to gold, such as Tether Gold, rose by 66%, and USD Coin increased by 15%, indicating that risk-averse demand is indeed rising.

As for smaller-cap coins, the growth is even more astonishing. Zcash surged by 861%, Waves by 131%. While these numbers look impressive, they also come with significant volatility risks.

In summary, the entire asset market in 2025, from traditional to crypto, has been on the rise. However, the volatility and potential for gains in cryptocurrencies truly stand out.

BTC1,96%

ETH2,31%

BNB-0,07%

ADA3,25%

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PonziDetector

· 4h ago

This data is making my eyes dizzy. Silver doubling? Feels like I missed a billion. BTC only up 43%, ETH 120%, and over 800 small coins with gains. This market is basically a gambler's playground. Korean semiconductor stocks up 75%, but here, ADA and DOT haven't fallen too much. Looks like cross-chain concepts are still hot. The surge in stablecoins is a bit strange. Is risk aversion really that strong? It seems to indicate a lack of confidence. Zcash up 861%—are people buying out of madness or stupidity? I can't tell the difference. The story of institutional entry has been told for over a year. If BTC only rises this much, was the expectation overhyped? Silver up 150% compared to gold's 63%. Why is the gap so big? Is someone manipulating the market? Bitcoin hitting the 100,000 mark feels like there's no more imagination. What's the next story?

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LayerZeroHero

· 12h ago

Zcash increased by 861%, you need a microscope to see this data... Will the attack vectors also double in growth?

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EyeOfTheTokenStorm

· 13h ago

The doubling of silver is a bit outrageous; we need to verify the data source. From a quantitative perspective, such exaggerated gains in small-cap coins must be driven by major players doing T, the risk warning bell has rung. ETH 120%—this wave truly broke through technically, but don’t be fooled by the short-term gains; the macro cycle is the real key. Gold’s strong safe-haven sentiment indicates the market is actually anxious; BTC’s 43% performance is a bit sluggish. Zcash 861%? Isn’t that just a small-cap IQ tax? Historical data shows that such rapid surges often signal distribution. The traditional market and crypto are rising together, indicating that global liquidity has overflowed; beware of bottom-building traps, everyone. Korean semiconductor cycle recovery drove a 75% increase, but could it be just a flash in the pan? It depends on the subsequent fundamentals. Stablecoins also rose 15%? This shows that someone is really hedging, or that market liquidity is being reallocated.

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ShitcoinArbitrageur

· 13h ago

ETH 120% is really impressive, I should have gone all in earlier... Silver doubling? Is this copying homework or what? When BTC breaks 100,000, I knew the bull market has truly arrived. Institutional entry makes a big difference. Those small-cap coins have outrageous gains, but I still don't trust them; it's easy to get cut. Korean semiconductor stocks are really at the top this time; we should learn from their tactics. Small-cap coins up 861%? Just listen and forget it; people waiting to be trapped are paying the price. DeFi has really become active in 2025; the ecosystem has some substance. Stablecoins are also rising? It shows everyone is looking for a safe haven. It's the first time I've seen all asset markets rise together. Is it good or a trap? Cardano up 85%, even with a lukewarm ecosystem, it can still rise this much.

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FlashLoanPrince

· 13h ago

Silver doubles? No way, is this for real? People who buy the dip must be going crazy --- ETH 120% increase is really impressive, but I feel like there's still a story left untold --- Zcash up 861%? I just want to know who the hell bought all the way in --- Gold-linked tokens up 66%, still seems reliable --- Bitcoin up 43% and considered stable, but how did it survive previous years with 100%+ gains? --- Korean semiconductor cycle recovers by 75%, is it still too late to jump on AI chip leaders now? --- Ethereum's recent surge is indeed fierce, but is DeFi really that popular? --- All these small coin surges are driven by gambler mentality, don’t be blinded by the numbers, everyone --- Stablecoins also up 15%? The world is really crazy

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