Bitcoin vs. Stocks: Divergence Widens

[AIcash]

Bitcoin has diverged sharply from U.S. equities in H2 2025.
• BTC down ~18% over six months
• Nasdaq up 21%, S&P 500 up 14.35%, Dow +12.11%
Despite hitting new all-time highs earlier this year, Bitcoin’s moves are now increasingly decoupled from traditional markets, showing a growing unique risk-reward profile.

[Nahid Hossen]

The widening divergence shows Bitcoin reacting to different macro forces compared to traditional markets.

[Abdul Khan]

BTC decoupling from stocks may attract investors looking for independent risk profiles.