On November 5, the price of Bitcoin briefly fell below the symbolic $100,000 mark, dragging the entire crypto market down with it, despite a slight rebound since then. But does that mean we should flee crypto? Or, on the contrary, is it precisely in these moments of uncertainty that it may be wise to invest, especially if we take a long-term view?
A new phase of correction for cryptos
After several months of spectacular growth that propelled Bitcoin to a new all-time high of $126,080, the cryptocurrency market is currently undergoing a marked correction phase.
At the beginning of November 2025, the price of Bitcoin is just above the psychological threshold of $100,000.
As a result, in seven days, the price of Bitcoin has fallen by nearly 4%, leading to even sharper declines in other cryptocurrencies over the same period:
- Ethereum (ETH): -12.4%;
- BNB: -13.5%;
- Solana (SOL): -17%;
- Cardano (ADA): -15.9%.
In this climate of uncertainty, many are giving in to panic and selling their cryptocurrencies. And yet, it is often in these moments of doubt that the most interesting opportunities arise.
Investing when everyone else is selling: an opportunity?
As investor Warren Buffett famously said: “Be fearful when others are greedy. Be fearful when others are greedy.” This means that periods of significant decline, such as the one we saw in early November 2025, should not be seen as times to flee, but as strategic periods to enter the market or strengthen one’s positions, provided, of course, that one has a clear strategy and a long-term vision.
This is a common mistake: many people buy Bitcoin when its price is skyrocketing, attracted by stories of quick gains relayed by the media and influencers.
But at this stage, most of the rise is often already behind us. Conversely, few investors dare to buy when the price of Bitcoin is falling sharply, even though these moments often offer the best entry points. To better understand the current movements of Bitcoin, it is essential to place this decline in a broader context: that of market cycles. Like all financial assets, Bitcoin evolves in successive phases, which repeat themselves over time.
Here are the main theoretical stages of a Bitcoin cycle:
- S1 – Accumulation: the market is calm, prices are low. A few investors start buying BTC in anticipation of a recovery.
- S2 – Progression: the trend becomes bullish, enthusiasm gradually rises, and the price of Bitcoin climbs.
- S3 – Overheating: euphoria prevails, Bitcoin skyrockets, and many buy… at the peak
- S4 – Correction/Consolidation: the market reverses, some investors take profits. This is often when opportunities reappear for those with a long-term vision.
Currently, Bitcoin appears to be in a correction phase. The price decline observed in recent days, although impressive, is therefore not exceptional. It is part of a recurring pattern, where temporary declines in BTC can offer interesting opportunities for those who know how to maintain a long-term perspective.
That said, for those who wish to take advantage of this downturn in a methodical manner, a few principles may prove useful:
- Place orders at strategic levels: in periods of high volatility, flash crashes can cause crypto prices to fall briefly following a cascade of liquidations. Orders placed in advance, well below current prices, can thus be triggered automatically if the opportunity arises.
- Focus on fundamentals: during periods of correction, it is better to favor Bitcoin, which is more robust, rather than altcoins, which are sometimes more fragile. Unless you are strongly convinced that a crypto is undervalued, caution is still the order of the day.
- Think long term and sustainable narratives: beyond short-term volatility, try to identify the major trends likely to drive the market in the coming years and their flagship cryptos (AI, DeFi, RWA, etc.).
There’s no rush: the important thing is to build a coherent strategy that is tailored to your investor profile and objectives, without giving in to panic or euphoria. The crypto market is not dead and will likely rebound—the only question is where you will be when it does.
