Bitcoin and Ethereum demonstrated positive dynamics throughout April 2026, finishing the month with significant growth.
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Bitcoin Growth: Historical Performance and Geopolitical Impact
According to CoinGlass data, Bitcoin rose by 11.87% in April 2026, while Ethereum gained 7.3%. Both digital assets once again confirmed their tendency for seasonal positive dynamics in spring, despite market turbulence.
For Bitcoin, April is traditionally a month of growth: the digital currency has finished this period with a positive result nine times in its history, while declines have been recorded only five times. The highest monthly gain was in 2013 when the value increased by more than 50%. At the same time, the largest drop was observed in 2022 – 17.3%.
“Bitcoin closed April ‘in the black’ nine times, including the current one, and ‘in the red’ five times. The maximum gain was recorded in 2013 – over 50%, while the decline was in 2022, at 17.3%.”
Throughout April, Bitcoin experienced several local dips, particularly on the 7th and 13th, but the overall trend remained upward. As of early May, the asset is trading above the $77,000 mark.
The impetus for such growth was provided by the de-escalation of tensions in the Middle East, particularly the continuation of the ceasefire between the USA and Iran. The geopolitical factor continues to significantly impact both markets – the cryptocurrency and the stock market.
Ethereum: Steady Growth Amid Volatility
For Ethereum, April is also mostly a positive month: since its launch, this digital asset has finished April with a decline only three times. The largest drop was recorded in 2016 (–23.18%), while the highest gain was in 2018 (+70.29%).
The monthly chart for Ethereum in April was marked by significant volatility: both declines and rapid recoveries were noticeable. At the time of preparing this material, the price is around $2280.
Like Bitcoin, Ethereum continues to respond to geopolitical events. Additionally, both assets experienced a dip at the end of April following the Federal Reserve’s decision to keep interest rates unchanged, which was announced after the meeting on April 29.
Overall, April 2026 confirmed the sensitivity of major cryptocurrencies to global events, but Bitcoin and Ethereum remain leaders in growth amid a changing geopolitical situation.