According to CoinMarketCap’s latest data, the Altcoin Season Index (which measures how many of the top 100 altcoins outperform Bitcoin over a 90‑day period) has climbed to 67, up from a previous reading of 29.

When the index is below 25‑30, it usually indicates a Bitcoin Season, meaning very few altcoins are beating Bitcoin. At 67, while the market has not fully entered “extreme” altcoin season territory (75+), it’s a strong signal that many altcoins are now gaining relative strength.

Several factors seem to be contributing to the shift. Reduced volatility in Bitcoin’s performance, increasing investor interest in Use‑case projects, layer‑2 solutions, and DeFi innovations are among the drivers. investors are watching macroeconomic conditions—like interest rates and regulatory signals—to see if they will further fuel altcoin gains.

However, risks remain. The market could reverse if Bitcoin rallies sharply, or if any macro risk (regulations, economic downturns) worsens. Also, not all altcoins benefit equally—some may outperform while many still lag. Keeping a diversified portfolio and having clear exit or risk strategies will be crucial in this environment.