Analysts Predict Massive Altcoin Rally if BTC Dominance Falls to 45%
Despite Bitcoin hitting new all-time highs this week — surging to $118,760 — it’s the altcoin market that’s grabbing attention. Crypto analyst Matthew Hyland noted on Friday that altcoins are “ripping” even though Bitcoin Dominance (BTC.D) has barely moved. “BTC dominance hasn’t even sneezed,” Hyland said, pointing out that it still hovers around 64.6%, just slightly down from last week.
Altcoin Gains Outpace Bitcoin While BTC.D Remains High
Historically, a decline in BTC dominance indicates the beginning of a full-fledged altcoin season, where capital rotates out of Bitcoin and into altcoins. But this time, altcoins are surging without that dominance shift — suggesting new capital is entering the market, rather than simply rotating.
Top altcoin performers this week include:
- MemeCore (M): +1,263%
- Mog Coin (MOG): +75%
- Stellar (XLM): +67%
- Ether (ETH): +17.6%
The ETH/BTC ratio is also up over 8% in the past seven days, a key signal of shifting momentum toward altcoins.
Analysts Expect a “Final Easy Altcoin Season”
Well-known trader Michael van de Poppe wrote that we’re likely on the cusp of the “final easy and biggest bull ever on altcoins.” Meanwhile, market intelligence platform Santiment confirmed that its metrics indicate altcoin season has officially begun.
Still, CoinMarketCap’s Altcoin Season Index remains at 29/100 — indicating that Bitcoin still leads in relative strength. But if BTC.D drops from 64% to the historical support zone around 45%, analysts suggest altcoins could enter a true parabolic phase.
What to Watch
- Key BTC.D level: A break below 60% could trigger major altcoin inflows.
- Psychological BTC support: Bitcoin holding above $110,000 is essential for altcoin confidence.
- ETH/BTC breakout: A continued rise signals growing altcoin strength.
Final Thoughts
Altcoins are already performing well — and Bitcoin dominance hasn’t even started to fall significantly. If it does, analysts say we could be looking at one of the most explosive altcoin seasons ever. Traders and investors alike are watching closely, preparing for what might be the last “easy mode” altcoin cycle before tighter global regulation and institutional maturity reshape the crypto landscape.
Disclaimer
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