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On January 11, 2025, the Altcoin Season Index, a key metric monitored by CoinMarketCap (CMC), rose to 46, up by one point from the previous day. Despite the slight increase, the market remains firmly in Bitcoin Season, where fewer than 25% of altcoins outperform Bitcoin over a 90-day period. This article explores what the Altcoin Season Index means for investors, its methodology, and the implications of remaining in Bitcoin Season. What Is the Altcoin Season Index? The Altcoin Season Index is a metric that tracks the performance of the top 100 cryptocurrencies (excluding stablecoins and wrapped tokens) relative to Bitcoin. It provides a clear indication of whether the market is favoring altcoins or Bitcoin. How It Works Range: The index scores range from 1 to 100. 1 to 24: Strongly favors Bitcoin (Bitcoin Season). 25 to 49: Indicates Bitcoin dominance but shows altcoin activity. 50 to 100: Indicates Altcoin Season, where altcoins outperform Bitcoin. Calculation: Compares the performance of the top 100 altcoins against Bitcoin over the last 90 days. Key Highlights of the Current Index 1. Current Score: 46 A score of 46 indicates that Bitcoin still dominates, but altcoins are beginning to show increased activity. 2. Recent Trend The one-point rise suggests a gradual shift in market sentiment, potentially signaling that altcoins may gain momentum in the coming weeks. 3. Bitcoin Season Continues The market remains in Bitcoin Season, with fewer than 25% of altcoins outperforming Bitcoin. Bitcoin Season vs. Altcoin Season Bitcoin Season Fewer than 25% of altcoins outperform Bitcoin. Strong market confidence in Bitcoin, often driven by macroeconomic factors or institutional interest. Altcoin Season At least 75% of altcoins outperform Bitcoin. Typically associated with speculative trading and increased risk appetite. Metric Bitcoin Season Altcoin Season Dominance High Bitcoin focus High altcoin focus Investor Behavior Conservative Speculative…