Bitcoin declines by $1,719.50 in a day despite a weekly gain of $1,062.08, while the cryptocurrency remains down 29.58% year on year.

Bitcoin (BTC) fell to $82,728.72 against the US dollar on Thursday, October 22, 2026, declining by $1,719.50, or 2.08%, compared with the previous day, according to the supplied exchange-rate data.

Despite Thursday’s decline, Bitcoin recorded a net increase of $1,062.08, or approximately 1.30%, over the seven-day period from October 16 to October 22.

The cryptocurrency fluctuated during the week, falling from $81,666.64 on October 16 to $81,293.27 on October 17 before recovering over the following four days.

Bitcoin rose to $83,013.66 on October 20 and climbed further to $84,448.22 on October 21. However, Thursday’s sharp decline erased part of those gains.

The monthly comparison showed a weaker trend. Bitcoin dropped by $3,447, or 4.17%, from $86,175.72 on September 22 to $82,728.72 on October 22.

The annual comparison indicated a substantially larger decline. Bitcoin traded at $107,198.44 on October 22, 2025, meaning its value fell by $24,469.72, or 29.58%, over 12 months.

The figures highlight Bitcoin’s contrasting short-term and longer-term performance, with a weekly recovery offset by daily losses and significant declines over the monthly and annual periods.

Cryptocurrency prices are volatile and can change rapidly across trading platforms.