On Monday, September 14, 2026, Bitcoin (BTC-USD) started at $76,806.19, reflecting a 0.6% decrease from the previous day’s opening. By 7:31 a.m. ET, the Bitcoin price rose to $77,873.33.
Ethereum (ETH-USD) commenced trading at $2,475.82 on Monday, September 14, 2026, which was a 2% decline from the prior day’s opening. By 7:31 a.m. ET, its price increased to $2,514.09.
Both Bitcoin and Ethereum began the day on a lower note, similar to Friday’s trend, yet have gained traction in early trading hours. This rise occurs even as oil prices surge, influenced by recent incidents in the Middle East over the weekend.
A strike targeting a Saudi pipeline, as well as additional attacks on homes and a mosque, has resulted in global oil prices (BZ=F) increasing by over 11% within the past week. Concurrently, expectations have intensified regarding a potential interest rate hike by the Fed, with the CME Group’s FedWatch tool indicating an 86.5% probability of this happening, compared to 69.4% just two days earlier.
Anticipated higher interest rates may temporarily restrain the growth of cryptocurrency prices.
Continue reading: Why a Fed rate cut isn’t a done deal
Current Prices of Bitcoin and Ethereum
Bitcoin
This morning, Bitcoin’s price reflected a 0.6% decrease from its opening on Sunday. Below is a summary of its opening price changes over the past week, month, and year:
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One week earlier: -4.4%
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One month prior: +21.1%
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One year ago: -33.8%
Bitcoin reached an all-time high of $126,198.07 on October 6, 2025, while its all-time low was $0.04865 on July 14, 2010.
Ethereum
Currently, Ethereum’s price is down 2% compared to Sunday’s opening. Here’s how its opening price has adjusted in comparison to the past week, month, and year:
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One week ago: -1.5%
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One month earlier: +31.4%
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One year prior: -47%
Ethereum peaked at $4,953.73 on August 24, 2025, with its lowest value recorded at $0.4209 on October 21, 2015.
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Understanding Bitcoin
Bitcoin exists as a decentralized cryptocurrency, operating solely in digital format without oversight from traditional banks or governments. In contrast, currencies like the U.S. dollar and the euro have physical representations and are regulated by governments.
Transactions and ownership of Bitcoin are recorded in a publicly accessible digital ledger known as the blockchain, which is decentralized and distributed globally across multiple servers.
This decentralization is crucial, allowing users to make peer-to-peer payments directly without bank intermediaries, while also enhancing security and minimizing the risk of manipulation.
Discover more: What is Bitcoin, and how does it function?
Acquiring Bitcoin in 2026
Bitcoin can be purchased through various methods, such as cryptocurrency exchanges, fintech applications, or traditional brokerage firms offering Bitcoin ETFs.
Before making an acquisition, it’s crucial to determine whether you prefer holding full ownership of your Bitcoin and its private keys, or if you are seeking easier exposure to prices within a regulated framework.
Regardless of the path chosen, keep in mind that Bitcoin is a volatile and high-risk asset in comparison to many other investment options. Prices can fluctuate dramatically, often unexpectedly. So, if you’re considering Bitcoin, accept that volatility is a part of the experience.
Learn more: Is Bitcoin’s price volatility an investment opportunity? Here’s how to purchase Bitcoin..
Price Trends of Bitcoin and Ethereum
Whether you are new to tracking Bitcoin and Ethereum values or are a seasoned investor, Yahoo Finance’s charts for Bitcoin and Ethereum offer a visual representation of how their values have shifted and evolved over time.
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