All-Time High (ATH)
The highest price ever recorded for a cryptocurrency.
ATH marks the absolute peak price a cryptocurrency has reached since its inception. When a coin breaks its ATH, it enters uncharted territory where there is no overhead resistance from previous holders sitting at a loss. This often triggers euphoria and FOMO-driven buying.
ATH is typically quoted in USD, though it can be measured against BTC, ETH, or any other pair. A coin may be at an ATH in USD terms while still below its ATH when measured against Bitcoin, reflecting differing relative strength.
Historically, new ATHs in Bitcoin have often been followed by extended bull runs, though they can also mark local tops before corrections. Tracking how far the current price is from ATH (the drawdown percentage) helps contextualise where an asset sits in its market cycle.
Breaking ATH signals strong demand and can ignite momentum, while the distance from ATH shows how much an asset has corrected and helps gauge cycle positioning.
How CryptoRadar24 tracks it
CryptoRadar24 records and displays each asset's historical ATH, the date it occurred, and the current percentage drawdown from that peak on every coin page.
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FAQ
What happens when a coin reaches a new ATH?
There is no resistance from prior bag holders above, so the price can move quickly. It often attracts media attention and new buyers, amplifying momentum.
Is buying at ATH risky?
It can be, since corrections often follow euphoric peaks. However, some assets go on to make multiple consecutive ATHs during strong bull runs.
How is ATH tracked across exchanges?
Data aggregators take the highest recorded price across all major exchanges. Minor discrepancies can exist between exchanges due to liquidity differences.
What is ATH drawdown?
It is the percentage decline from the ATH to the current price, showing how much value has been lost since the peak.