Based on Coinglass data, reported by COINOTAG News, Bitcoin has completed 12 December trading periods since 2013, recording 5 positive months and 7 negative ones. The peak December gain occurred in 2020 with a monthly rise of 46.92%, while the deepest decline was in 2013 at -34.81%. On average, December returns for Bitcoin stand at 4.03%, with a median of -3.59%.

The data depict a nuanced year‑end BTC performance, with meaningful upside in certain cycles and sharp drawdowns in others. For investors, the December profile supports a disciplined approach to risk management and selective positioning within the crypto market, balancing near‑term volatility against longer‑term fundamentals.