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![加密货币市场，是否已经进入熊市？](https://gimg2.gateimg.com/image/article/1741666493chriscontact_Is_the_Crypto_Market_in_a_Bear_Market_ar_169_b7f675c6.png)

## 1. Preface

At the beginning of 2025, the crypto assets market ushered in an exciting uptrend, with the price of <a href="/ja/price/bitcoin-btc" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">Bitcoin</a> (BTC) once surpassing $100,000, setting a new all-time high. However, as market sentiment shifts, global policy environment tightens, and a series of negative events unfold, [Bitcoin price](/price/bitcoin-btc) Recently fell more than 20% from the high point.

![加密货币市场，是否已经进入熊市？](https://gimg2.gateimg.com/image/article/17416665961.png)

Discussions about whether the '<a href="/ja/price" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">crypto market</a> has entered a bear market' are gradually heating up in the market, and investors are beginning to worry about the future direction of the market. Generally speaking, a bear market refers to a market asset price that falls more than 20% from its recent high, and the market sentiment turns pessimistic, trading volume significantly decreases, and investor confidence is noticeably damaged. So, has the <a href="/ja/price" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">cryptocurrency market</a> really entered a bear market at the moment? How will the market develop next? And how should investors respond?

## 2. Current Market Situation

### 1. Market performance of Bitcoin and mainstream cryptocurrencies

As of now, the price of <a href="/ja/price/bitcoin-btc" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">Bitcoin</a> has fallen below the $80,000 mark, with a cumulative decline of over 20% from the high point at the beginning of the year, officially entering the realm of a technical Bear Market. At the same time, other mainstream crypto assets such as <a href="/ja/price/ethereum-eth" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">Ethereum</a> (ETH), Binance Coin (<a href="/ja/price/bnb-bnb" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">BNB</a>), <a href="/ja/price/solana-sol" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">Solana</a> (SOL), etc., have also experienced varying degrees of pullback, with declines generally exceeding 15%-25%.

![加密货币市场，是否已经进入熊市？](https://gimg2.gateimg.com/image/article/17416666632.png)

Along with the price decline, the overall market trading volume has significantly decreased, and market liquidity has significantly reduced. This phenomenon indicates that investor confidence is gradually eroding, and market sentiment is cautious. The topic of whether the <a href="/ja/price" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">crypto market</a> is entering a Bear Market is once again being hotly debated.

### 2. ETF fund outflow—institutional funds withdrawing

At the beginning of 2024, the Bitcoin spot ETF was successfully approved for listing, bringing a large amount of institutional funds into the market, which also became an important factor driving the rise in Bitcoin prices. However, according to the latest fund <a href="/ja/price/flow-flow" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">flow</a> data, there has been a record outflow of Bitcoin ETF funds in recent times.

![加密货币市场，是否已经进入熊市？](https://gimg2.gateimg.com/image/article/17416667143.png)

The withdrawal of institutional funds reflects the strong concerns of institutional investors about the uncertainty of the short-term market. Especially in the case of unclear market prospects, a large amount of funds choosing to withdraw or take profits further exacerbates the market's negative sentiment.

### 3. The market encounters negative impacts, exacerbating panic sentiment

Recently, the crypto asset market has frequently seen negative news, and panic has quickly spread, severely undermining investor confidence.

#### (1) Large-scale liquidation wave

Due to the recent rapid market price decline, many investors using leveraged trading have experienced forced liquidation (commonly known as liquidation). Data shows that the recent wave of liquidation has led to losses of over $500 million. This intense liquidation event has triggered further market decline, creating a chain reaction and further exacerbating investor pessimism.

![加密货币市场，是否已经进入熊市？](https://gimg2.gateimg.com/image/article/17416667684.png)

#### (2) The altcoin plummeted, and funds concentratedly withdrew.

Over the past period, many high-risk altcoins have experienced significant price plunges, with declines ranging from 30% to 50%, and some projects even going directly to zero, causing investors to suffer heavy losses. This has led to a large amount of funds quickly exiting from higher-risk small-cap projects and flowing into relatively safe Bitcoin and stablecoins, further amplifying the overall market volatility.

The successive occurrence of the above events has made investors more panic-stricken, and the market's pessimistic sentiment has quickly spread, further deepening people's concerns about the arrival of the bear market.

## 3. Investors should have a strategy (detailed analysis)

When the crypto market may enter a Bear Market or experience a significant adjustment, investors' primary goal should be to reduce risks, protect principal, and seek appropriate opportunities for buying at low prices. Below, we will detail several investment strategies, trading methods, and risk management techniques suitable for Bear Markets.

In the bear market phase, the market prices fluctuate frequently and drastically, and investors should be more cautious, adopt a defensive strategy, reduce high-risk speculative behavior, and focus on asset preservation and appreciation.

### (1) Staggered Positioning and Holding Coins

In the face of market adjustments, many investors may hesitate between holding and waiting or buying on dips, with each strategy suiting different types of investors:

**Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA):
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Investors avoid investing all funds at once, but instead invest multiple times to effectively spread the cost and reduce risk. For example, if planning to invest $10,000, one can invest $1,000 regularly each month. This method is particularly suitable for investors with a long-term bullish view on mainstream cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and <a href="/ja/price/ethereum-eth" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">Ethereum</a>.

**Holding and Waiting Strategy (Cash or Stablecoin Strategy):
**
If investors hold a pessimistic or uncertain attitude towards the future market trend, they can temporarily hold funds in the form of cash or stablecoins (such as USDT, USDC), waiting for the market trend to become clear before re-entering. This strategy is suitable for investors who are more sensitive to risks or lack precise grasp of market trends.

### (2) Selection of high-quality assets and high-risk altcoins

In a Bear Market, funds generally withdraw from higher-risk assets and <a href="/ja/price/flow-flow" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">flow</a> into assets with a more solid fundamental. Therefore, investors are advised to pay attention to:

• Bitcoin (BTC): Long-term market performance is stable, often the first to rebound after the bear market ends, suitable for long-term investment layout.
• Ethereum (ETH): Strong technical ecosystem, significant development potential, one of the main assets for the future market recovery.
• Stablecoins (USDT, USDC): Used as a safe haven tool during the bear market to maintain fund liquidity.
• Mainstream quality coins (<a href="/ja/price/bnb-bnb" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">BNB</a>, SOL, ADA, etc.): Choose mainstream coins with solid fundamentals to avoid investing in small-cap altcoins.

⚠️* Need to be particularly vigilant: Avoid investing in small-cap altcoins with poor liquidity, projects that are newly listed but lack stable fundamentals, and high-leverage trading to prevent severe losses in market volatility. *

## Conclusion: How does the cryptocurrency market respond to the bear market?

From the current market analysis, the <a href="/ja/price" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">cryptocurrency market</a> has clearly met the technical definition of a Bear Market, including a price drop of more than 20%, shrinking trading volume, pessimistic investor sentiment, and institutional fund outflows.

However, it is worth noting that the confirmation of a Bear Market also requires observation of the market's long-term trends, changes in regulatory policies, and signals of capital re-entering the market. Historical experience also indicates that every Bear Market brings new opportunities.

For investors with a long-term investment perspective, the current market downturn phase may actually be the best time to layout high-quality assets; while for short-term traders, they need to be extra cautious, closely monitor market dynamics, and avoid chasing highs and selling lows.
Overall, the cryptocurrency market is very volatile. Whether entering a Bear Market or not, investors need to maintain rationality, pay attention to core market changes, manage risks, adhere to long-term investment logic, which is the key to successfully dealing with the Bear Market of crypto assets.

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<div>Author: Rooick Z., Researcher at Gate.io
<div class="info-tips">*This article represents only the author&#39;s point of view and does not constitute any trading advice. Investment involves risks, so decisions should be made cautiously.
<div>*This content is original, the copyright belongs to Gate.io, if you need to reprint, please indicate the author and source, otherwise legal responsibility will be pursued.
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