Monero Shows Strong Lead Over Bitcoin in 2025, Technical Charts Signal Continued Bullish Trend

Monero (XMR), known for its privacy features, has outperformed Bitcoin (BTC) by a wide margin this year, gaining 86% compared to Bitcoin’s 12% increase.

The XMR-BTC price ratio on Poloniex recently surged to levels not seen since January 2024, confirming a bullish “double-bottom” pattern on the weekly chart — a key signal that a trend reversal is underway.

This double-bottom formation occurs when the price hits two similar lows separated by a resistance line, known as the neckline. A decisive break above this neckline typically marks the transition from a downtrend to an uptrend.

Earlier this year, the ratio formed two lows around 0.00165, and the recent breakout above the neckline signals that Monero’s price is strengthening relative to Bitcoin. The pair’s rise above the Ichimoku cloud indicator further supports the bullish outlook.

Still, traders should watch for potential setbacks, as a drop below the previous resistance turned support could invalidate the bullish pattern.

Monero’s impressive 86% gain contrasts sharply with Bitcoin’s more modest 12% increase, highlighting XMR’s growing momentum in the crypto market this year.