Bitcoin has erased its summer rally, dropping over 20% from last month’s record and falling below $100,000 for the first time since June. A steep wave of October liquidations drained bullish positions, leaving traders sidelined and futures open interest depressed. Ether and altcoins also tumbled sharply, with many tokens down over 50% this year, as Bitcoin underperforms equities and loses its hedge appeal.
Astral shares drop 6% after demerger. What should investors do?
Astral shares fell nearly 6% on Monday after the company’s board approved the demerger of its chemicals business into a newly incorporated entity, Astral Chemie.
June 29, 2026