Morgan Stanley Says Bitcoin in 'Fall Season,' Urges Profit-Taking

Published at 2025-11-12 13:16:39

Morgan Stanley's research team told clients on Nov. 12, 2025 that Bitcoin appears to be entering a “fall season,” a period they associate with weakening momentum and greater downside risk. The bank advised trimming positions and taking profits rather than chasing further gains, citing signs that the market could shift into a prolonged correction or crypto winter.

The warning matters because institutional guidance can influence retail flows and trading desks, potentially amplifying volatility. For investors, the note reinforces risk-management steps—scaling out, tightening stops, or hedging—rather than assuming a straight line higher. While Bitcoin has shown resilience in past cycles, this advisory underscores that macro pressures and liquidity dynamics could make the coming months choppy for crypto markets.

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