Memecoin Momentum Cools as DeFi Tokens Surge 35% in Two Weeks

  • Memecoin momentum slows as market stabilizes post November peaks

  • DeFi tokens surge, driven by optimism around innovation and pro-crypto policies

  • Volume trends show investor fatigue in memecoins, highlighting cyclical market patterns

The crypto market is witnessing a shift as memecoins, which saw a sharp rally earlier in November, now show signs of cooling off.

Simultaneously, DeFi tokens are gaining momentum, supported by strong market trends and increased investor attention. Data highlights a clear divergence between the stagnation in memecoins and the upward trend in DeFi assets.

Memecoin Market Peaks and Stabilizes

The GMCI memecoin index, a benchmark tracking major meme tokens by market capitalization, reveals a cooling trend. After surging from 274.5 points on November 1 to a peak of 523.5 on November 15, the index has now stabilized near 500. As of publication, the index stands at 512.36, reflecting a slight decline from earlier highs.

The mid-November memecoin rally was driven by exchange listings, which boosted prices temporarily. However, changing market conditions led to reduced enthusiasm, as investors explored altern…

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