Bitcoin price has fallen more than 5.5% over the past week to around $72,600 as spot ETF outflows and rising U.S.-Iran tensions fueled broader risk-off sentiment.
Bitcoin closed the week at $86,588 after losing $87,000 support, with bears eyeing a decisive break below $84,000 that could accelerate declines toward $68,000–$72,000.
Bitcoin faced a turbulent Q4 in 2025, with December seeing a nearly 9% drop and record volatility since April, yet VanEck’s mid-December “ChainCheck” report notes improving liquidity and resetting speculative leverage, providing cautious optimism for long-term holders.