According to reports, Bitcoin’s outlook for 2026 is sharply divided as traders close the year. The coin was trading at $87,520 at the time of publication and is down 8% since Jan. 1, year to date. Market mood has been weak. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index hit 20 on Dec. 26, marking a stretch of two weeks labeled “extreme fear.”

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Analysts Split On Market Direction

According to posts on X, Jan3 founder Samson Mow contend that 2025 was the bear market and that Bitcoin could be entering a bull run that lasts into 2035.

PlanC, another well-known analyst, posted that Bitcoin has never had two red yearly candles in a row and suggested that surviving 2025 meant surviving the bear phase. Those comments have been picked up across industry pages and sparked fresh debate.

2025 was the bear market. https://t.co/1ganX0YSbI

— Samson Mow (@Excellion) December 26, 2025

Some Big Price Calls Remain Bullish

Several prominent voices still expect sharp gains. Geoff Kendrick at Standard Chartered and Gautam Chhugani at Bernstein each forecast $150,000 for Bitcoin in 2026.

Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano, predicted $250,000 by 2026, pointing to constrained supply and rising institutional demand as the main drivers.

Arthur Hayes and Tom Lee also pushed big targets as recently as October, with $250,000 mentioned as a possible outcome by year-end.

Sentiment And Market Data

Based on reports, sentiment readings have not helped bullish momentum. The fear index that reached 20 on Dec. 26 stayed in “extreme fear” territory for multiple days.

At the same time, Bitcoin’s price sits below many earlier projections. Market watchers note the coin is under pressure even though several forecasts remain optimistic.

Bears Put Forward Sharp Downside Scenarios

Mike McGlone, senior commodity strategist at Bloomberg Intelligence, expects a decline of roughly 60% from the historical peak above $126,000 by 2026.

Jurrien Timmer of Fidelity warned that 2026 could be a “year off,” with prices possibly falling toward $65,000. Those views rely heavily on historical drawdowns and macro headwinds.

They carry weight because large drops have happened before, though past behavior does not guarantee future action.

Where The Numbers Diverge

The spread of projections is wide. Some firms suggest about $150,000, which would represent roughly 74% upside from a cited $86,000 level.

Others point to $250,000, while downside scenarios reach $65,000 or worse when measured from the $126,000 peak.

That gap shows how different assumptions about supply, demand from institutions, and macro conditions lead to very different price targets.

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Traders and asset managers will be watching flows into regulated products, corporate treasury moves, and changes in on-chain demand. Headlines and big calls make for talk, but actual flows often decide short-term moves.

Volatility is likely to remain, and the wide range of forecasts suggests that both sharp rallies and sudden drops are possible in 2026.

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Robert Kiyosaki has moved a chunk of his Bitcoin into businesses that pay him now. Reports have disclosed he sold roughly $2.25 million worth of Bitcoin, cashing out after years of saying he was bullish on the cryptocurrency.

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He did not say he was exiting crypto; instead, he described the shift as turning paper gains into steady income.

Taking Profits For Cash Flow

According to his post on X, Kiyosaki said he first bought the coins when Bitcoin traded around $6,000. He sold the recent batch at about $90,000 per coin. He recently predicted that Bitcoin will hit a $250k price tag.

He told followers the proceeds will be used to buy two surgery centers and a billboard advertising business.

The ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ author says he expects those businesses to produce about $27,500/month in tax-free income by early next year. That income, he said, will be used to buy more crypto over time.

PRACTICING WHAT I TEACH:

I sold $2.25 million in Bitcoin for approximately $90,000.

I purchased the Bitcoin for $6,000
a coin years ago.

With the cash from Bitcoin I am purchasing two surgery centers and investing in a Bill Board business.

I estimate my $2.25 million…

— Robert Kiyosaki (@theRealKiyosaki) November 21, 2025

Market Context And Timing

Bitcoin’s price has been volatile. The coin briefly fell into the low $80,000 range during the same period Kiyosaki made the sale public.

Traders have been watching big names for clues about sentiment. Kiyosaki’s move came as some investors were taking profits and others were buying dips.

His message was simple: turn gains into income now, then use that income to accumulate later.

Why This Matters To Investors

Reports have disclosed Kiyosaki still expects higher prices over the long run. He has made bullish targets in the past, and he has said he still believes in crypto’s upside.

Yet selling part of a holding while keeping the rest sends two signals at once: confidence in future gains and a preference for predictable cash flow today.

For some investors, that dual message will seem cautious. For others, it looks like smart money management.

Business Details And Tax Notes

Kiyosaki described the new purchases as income vehicles. The claim that the monthly return will be tax-free depends on how those businesses are structured and where they are held.

Tax rules vary by country and by the legal form of the business. That means the “tax-free” outcome he mentioned may not be the same for every buyer or investor.

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A Measured Reaction

Some market watchers saw the move as a routine rebalancing. Others took it as a headline that could influence sentiment in the short run.

Whether a sale of this size by a public figure will change the price permanently is unclear. Prices are driven by many factors: macro data, regulatory signals, whale moves, and investor mood.

Kiyosaki did not abandon his bullish stance. He turned a part of his crypto gains into assets that, he says, will pay him regularly and help him buy more crypto later.

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• Bitcoin trades near $92K amid mixed signals from ETFs and tech markets.
• Hoskinson and Saylor predict a strong BTC rebound despite recent losses.
• ETF outflows and macro risks could, however, push BTC toward $85K support.

While Bitcoin price has recovered from the low of $88,540 hit on November 19, the question is whether it will hit a higher high than the $93,403 registered on November 18.

Some analysts believe BTC is preparing for a deeper slide, while others insist a powerful rebound is already forming beneath the surface.

At press time, BTC price was around $92,237 and already showing signs of exhaustion, which would spell doom since it formed a lower low on November 19, which is a bearish sign.

Bullish calls grow despite the slide

At $92,237, Bitcoin (BTC) is reeling from a bruising stretch that has erased more than $33,000 from its value in under two months.

Notably, today’s uptick follows a pause in ETF outflows and a rebound in tech stocks, driven by Nvidia’s stronger-than-expected earnings.

While the market remains on edge as macro uncertainty and shifting liquidity conditions continue to pressure risk assets, Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson remains one of the strongest voices calling for a major rebound.

During CNBC’s Squawk Box show on Tuesday, Hoskinson argued that Bitcoin’s recent losses reflect broader macro distortions, including tariff tensions, recession risks, and uneven regulatory signals.

Hoskinson believes these forces will ease in the coming months.

He expects BTC to recover sharply and potentially hit $250,000 within the next year, projecting that institutional adoption and large-scale tokenisation will redefine market cycles.

Michael Saylor shares a similar level of confidence, viewing the current downturn as typical of Bitcoin’s long-term behaviour.

The MicroStrategy executive says the company is built to withstand extreme drawdowns, calling his position “indestructible” in a recent interview with Fox Business.

₿etter than Ever. Today I was the warm-up act for @natbrunell as we both talked Bitcoin with @cvpayne. You’ll want to hear what she had to say. pic.twitter.com/vDaFceyeza

— Michael Saylor (@saylor) November 18, 2025

Notably, Saylor has continued to buy BTC even as volatility increases, reinforcing his view that deep corrections are part of the broader path toward higher valuations.

ETF activity has also become a pivotal factor.

The BlackRock Bitcoin ETF posted a record $523 million daily loss on November 18 following a streak of outflows across the spot Bitcoin ETF landscape.

The Bitcoin ETFs outflow seems to have stabilised, with IBIT seeing $60M worth of inflows on November 19.

Analysts warn that sustained inflows will be essential if Bitcoin hopes to avoid a retest of this week’s lows.

Bearish risks still loom

Not all signals point upward. Some traders see a real chance BTC could break below key support levels near $90,000.

If the market fails to hold this support, prediction platforms indicate rising expectations of a drop toward $87,000.

ETF outflows totalling more than $3 billion this month highlight lingering caution, and many retail participants remain hesitant after weeks of drawdowns.

Macro conditions remain complicated.

Expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts have faded, while recession concerns are resurfacing due to weak jobs data and ongoing trade friction.

These pressures have limited upside momentum even as Nvidia’s tech rally briefly boosted risk appetite.

Despite the uncertainty, Bitcoin continues to trade like a high-beta asset tied closely to broader market sentiment, and the next few days may determine whether buyers regain control or whether sellers will test new lows.

Christian’s journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer for his college paper. This early love for storytelling paved the way for a successful stint as an editor at a data engineering firm, where his first-month essay win funded a months-long supply of doggie and kitty treats – a testament to his dedication to his furry companions (more on that later).

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