the Better Crypto Calendar

Historical Returns Analysis • Seasonality • Halving Cycles

Key Statistics

Monthly Returns Heatmap

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Bitcoin Halving Month
Positive Return
Negative Return

Quarterly Performance

Seasonality Insights

Average Return by Month

Monthly Win Rate

Bitcoin Halving Cycles

Year-over-Year Comparison

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The 4-Year Bitcoin Cycle

Bitcoin historically follows a 4-year cycle pattern aligned with each new year. Understanding this pattern helps simplify your long-term strategy:

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Top Year

The year Bitcoin heads toward its cycle peak. Distribution into euphoria or complacency.

2017, 2021, 2025...
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Bottom Year

The descent to the cycle low. Capitulation and accumulation phase.

2018, 2022, 2026...
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Recovery Year

Slow and steady recovery from the bottom. Building momentum for the next rally.

2019, 2023, 2027...
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Rally Year

The explosive rally phase. Maximum opportunity and optimism.

2020, 2024, 2028...

This pattern was shared by Aaron Dishner from The Better Traders in December 2024 and has accurately marked the market phases, including the 2025 Top year. 📺 Watch the full explanation on YouTube