CoinEx Research chief analyst Jeff Ko predicts that the altcoin rally will fade in 2026, with only “blue chip” cryptocurrencies receiving most liquidity. He anticipates Bitcoin hitting $180,000 by 2026, citing global liquidity tailwinds and softening correlation with M2 money supply growth post-2024 ETF launches. However, veteran analyst Peter Brandt forecasts a long bear market, expecting Bitcoin’s next peak in September 2029 after a potential 80% decline from a $25,000 low. Bitcoin’s Q4 performance historically strong, but down 22% this quarter, signaling reduced demand and a market reset. BTC currently trades at $88,000, 30% below its October ATH.

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