Weekly decline extends as Bitcoin records nearly 38% yearly drop
Bitcoin declined against the U.S. dollar on Monday, with the world’s largest cryptocurrency trading at $76,838.65, extending recent losses in the digital asset market.
Data showed Bitcoin fell by 1.43% on May 18 compared with the previous trading day, when it stood at $77,939.99.
Bitcoin posts weekly losses
Over the past seven days, Bitcoin recorded a cumulative decline of $3,805.38, reflecting continued volatility in cryptocurrency markets.
The digital currency traded at $80,644.03 on May 12 before experiencing a series of fluctuations throughout the week.
Bitcoin weekly performance
| Date | Price |
| May 12, 2026 | $80,644.03 |
| May 13, 2026 | $79,411.58 |
| May 14, 2026 | $81,435.90 |
| May 15, 2026 | $79,073.20 |
| May 16, 2026 | $78,150.01 |
| May 17, 2026 | $77,939.99 |
| May 18, 2026 | $76,838.65 |
Monthly gains remain positive
Despite the latest decline, Bitcoin remained higher on a monthly basis.
Compared with April 18, 2026, when the cryptocurrency traded at $75,865.79, Bitcoin has gained $972.86, representing a monthly increase of 1.27%.
Bitcoin down nearly 38% from year ago
On a yearly basis, Bitcoin has seen a sharp correction.
The cryptocurrency traded at $105,873.76 on May 18, 2025, meaning the current price reflects a yearly decline of $29,035.11, or nearly 37.8%.
The latest movements highlight ongoing volatility in cryptocurrency markets as investors continue to monitor global economic conditions, monetary policy expectations and institutional demand for digital assets.