Analyst Predicts Bitcoin Could Reach $100,000 by 2026

Michaël van de Poppe, founder of MN Trading, forecasts that Bitcoin could reach $100,000 by the third quarter of 2026, following a typical pattern of price rebounds after significant corrections. He highlighted that Bitcoin historically experiences a 30-60% price increase within six months after such corrections.

"Statistically, after such a correction, a new all-time high is achieved within 12 months. Previous instances show Bitcoin trading 30-60% higher within 3-6 months of an outlier event. This trend suggests a potential for $100K in Q3 2026." — Michaël van de Poppe (@CryptoMichNL) April 20, 2026

Currently, Bitcoin's price is approximately $76,256, reflecting a 1.3% rise over the past 24 hours.

Insights on Bitcoin Holders

João Wedson, founder of Alphractal, has noted intriguing trends concerning the profitability of Bitcoin holdings. His analysis indicates that the volume of Bitcoin held at a profit is generally increasing, confirming the viability of long-term holding strategies.

"Supply in Profit vs. Supply in Loss shows a remarkable dynamic. Each cycle sees a higher Supply in Profit, and the mysterious trendline supports this. Supply in Loss has steadily dropped since 2018." — Joao Wedson (@joao_wedson) April 20, 2026

He pointed out that the decline in the percentage of coins acquired at higher prices signifies a resilient market structure, making Bitcoin a distinctive financial asset.

In a related observation, CryptoQuant's head of research, Julio Moreno, reported a significant surge in Bitcoin deposits on exchanges, primarily on Coinbase. Increased inflows to exchanges often signal that investors may be preparing to sell.

The cryptocurrency's price stability around $75,000 follows recent geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran, reflecting the broader market's response to these developments.