Consistent market analysis beats random research. This framework gives you a structured approach to reviewing markets weekly, helping you spot trends and make informed decisions.
Why Weekly Analysis Matters
- Pattern recognition: Trends become visible over weeks
- Removes emotion: Structured analysis prevents FOMO/FUD
- Builds intuition: Regular review improves market sense
- Documentation: Track your thesis and results
The Weekly Analysis Framework
Section 1: Macro Overview
Start with the big picture:
| Total Crypto Market Cap | Up/Down/Flat? By how much? |
| BTC Dominance | Rising (risk-off) or falling (alt season)? |
| ETH/BTC Ratio | ETH strength relative to BTC |
| DeFi TVL | Growing, stable, or declining? |
| Stablecoin Supply | Capital entering or leaving? |
Questions to Answer:
- Is the overall market bullish, bearish, or neutral?
- Any major macro events affecting crypto?
- Are we in risk-on or risk-off mode?
Section 2: Sector Analysis
Review performance by sector:
| Sector | This Week | Trend | Key Developments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1s | [+/-X%] | [Up/Down/Flat] | [Notes] |
| Layer 2s | [+/-X%] | [Up/Down/Flat] | [Notes] |
| DeFi | [+/-X%] | [Up/Down/Flat] | [Notes] |
| DEXs | [+/-X%] | [Up/Down/Flat] | [Notes] |
| Lending | [+/-X%] | [Up/Down/Flat] | [Notes] |
| Liquid Staking | [+/-X%] | [Up/Down/Flat] | [Notes] |
Questions to Answer:
- Which sectors are outperforming?
- Which sectors are underperforming?
- Is there a rotation happening?
Section 3: Protocol Deep Dives
Pick 2-3 protocols to analyze each week:
Protocol: [Name]
- TVL Change: [This week vs. last week]
- Volume: [Trading/transaction volume]
- Revenue: [Protocol earnings]
- Token Price: [Change this week]
- Key News: [Updates, announcements]
- Thesis: [Bullish/bearish and why]
Section 4: On-Chain Metrics
Review key on-chain indicators:
| DEX Volume | Weekly total, trend direction |
| Active Addresses | User activity level |
| Gas Prices | Network demand |
| Bridge Flows | Capital movement between chains |
| Exchange Flows | Accumulation vs. distribution |
Section 5: News & Events
Summarize important developments:
- Protocol Updates: Major upgrades, launches
- Governance: Important proposals passed/pending
- Security: Hacks, exploits, vulnerabilities
- Regulatory: News affecting crypto
- Ecosystem: Partnerships, integrations
Section 6: Opportunities & Risks
Opportunities Identified:
- Potential trades based on analysis
- Undervalued protocols
- Emerging narratives
- Yield opportunities
Risks to Watch:
- Overvalued sectors
- Upcoming unlock events
- Protocol concerns
- Macro headwinds
Section 7: Action Items
Concrete actions for the coming week:
- Positions to enter
- Positions to exit
- Research to conduct
- Alerts to set
Weekly Analysis Template
Week of [Date]
1. Macro Summary
Market Cap: $[X] ([+/-X%] WoW)
BTC: $[X] ([+/-X%])
ETH: $[X] ([+/-X%])
BTC Dominance: [X%]
DeFi TVL: $[X]B ([+/-X%])
Overall Sentiment: [Bullish/Bearish/Neutral]
2. Top Performing Sectors
- [Sector]: [+X%]
- [Sector]: [+X%]
- [Sector]: [+X%]
3. Underperforming Sectors
- [Sector]: [-X%]
- [Sector]: [-X%]
- [Sector]: [-X%]
4. Protocol Highlights
[Notable protocol developments this week]
5. Key News
- [News item 1]
- [News item 2]
- [News item 3]
6. Opportunities
- [Opportunity 1]
- [Opportunity 2]
7. Risks
- [Risk 1]
- [Risk 2]
8. Actions for Next Week
- [Action 1]
- [Action 2]
9. Review of Last Week’s Actions
[What worked? What didn’t?]
Data Sources for Weekly Analysis
| Metric | Source |
|---|---|
| Total Market Cap | CoinGecko, CoinMarketCap |
| DeFi TVL | DefiLlama |
| DEX Volume | DefiLlama, Dune |
| Sector Performance | CoinGecko categories, Messari |
| On-Chain Metrics | Dune Analytics, Glassnode |
| Protocol Revenue | Token Terminal |
| Token Unlocks | token.unlocks.app |
Tips for Effective Analysis
Be Consistent
- Do analysis at the same time each week
- Use the same template
- Track the same metrics
Stay Objective
- Let data drive conclusions
- Acknowledge when you’re wrong
- Don’t force a narrative
Review Past Analysis
- What predictions were right?
- What did you miss?
- How can you improve?
Keep It Sustainable
- Start simple, add complexity over time
- Don’t spend 5 hours—1 hour is enough
- Focus on what’s actionable
Key Takeaways
- Weekly analysis builds market intuition over time
- Start with macro, then drill into sectors and protocols
- Track on-chain metrics for ground truth
- Identify both opportunities and risks
- End with specific action items
- Review past analysis to improve
- Consistency beats intensity—1 hour weekly is better than random deep dives
Conclusion
You’ve completed the Market News & Analysis series! You now have:
- A framework for researching DeFi projects
- Skills to read on-chain data
- Understanding of market cycles
- Knowledge of best information sources
- Ability to evaluate new token launches
- A template for weekly market analysis