
Bitcoin posts 8.98% September gain, far above historical average
- —Weekly BTC return +5.5%, daily -1.15%
- —September: +8.98% vs historical average of -2.22%
- —Quarterly return +46.26% vs average +8.93%
- —2026 YTD: about -1%, BTC trading at $85,616
Why it matters: The unusually strong September and record quarter contrast with a negative YTD, signaling a recovery after a weak first half.
Source: TokenPost