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Bitcoin has underperformed compared to gold and the S&P 500 since November, but experts anticipate a rally reaching a new peak in 2026.
Various significant altcoins are demonstrating indications of initiating a brief recovery.
Bitcoin (BTC) remains confined within the $86,400 to $90,600 range, reflecting an equilibrium between buyer and seller activity.
BTC’s performance has been trailing behind other asset classes, including gold and the S&P 500, since November. However, market intelligence platform Santiment remarked on X that there exists “an opportunity for crypto to catch up.”
Some analysts suggest BTC could benefit from rising global liquidity in 2026. BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes mentioned on X that crypto may experience a surge as dollar liquidity increases after having bottomed out in November.
A further encouraging sign is that many analysts believe BTC’s four-year cycle has changed. Analyst The ₿itcoin Therapist predicts BTC could achieve a new record high as soon as the first quarter of 2026. Even more optimistic are Citigroup analysts, who project a base scenario price target for BTC at $143,000, with a more bullish target of $189,000 by 2026.
Can BTC and the major altcoins surpass their resistance levels? Let’s examine the charts of the top 10 cryptocurrencies to find out.
Bitcoin Price Forecast
BTC is currently facing a fierce contest between buyers and sellers near the 20-day exponential moving average (EMA) ($88,439).
The close consolidation just below the 20-day EMA raises the chances of a breakout above the 50-day simple moving average (SMA) ($89,880). If this occurs, the BTC/USDT pair might advance toward the resistance at $94,589.
This is a crucial level to monitor; a breakthrough here would indicate that the corrective phase is likely behind us. Following this, the Bitcoin price could ascend to $100,000 and then to $107,500.
Conversely, if the price sharply declines from the moving averages, it indicates the bears are still dominant. This increases the risk of falling below the $84,000 support level, with further targets at $80,600 and $74,508.
Ether Price Forecast
Ether (ETH) bulls are trying to initiate a rally by pushing the price above the 50-day SMA ($3,019).
A close above the 50-day SMA would pave the way for a rally towards the resistance line of the symmetrical triangle pattern. Buyers need to drive the Ether price past the resistance line to signal the potential end of the downtrend. The ETH/USDT pair may then aim for $4,000.
If the price drops below the support line, it indicates that bears are overpowering bulls. The pair may then fall to $2,623 and subsequently to $2,373.
BNB Price Forecast
Buyers are striving to push BNB (BNB) above the 50-day SMA ($876), reflecting demand at higher levels.
A close above the 50-day SMA would allow for an advance towards the strong overhead resistance at $928. Sellers are expected to present a formidable challenge at this level, as a close above it would complete a bullish ascending triangle pattern. The BNB/USDT pair could then rally towards the target of $1,066.
On the other hand, if the BNB price retreats sharply from $928, it suggests that the bears are active at higher levels. The pair may continue trading within the $928 to $790 range for a few more days.
XRP Price Forecast
Buyers are working to commence a recovery in XRP (XRP) by pushing the price above the 20-day EMA ($1.91).
If they succeed, the XRP/USDT pair could rise to the 50-day SMA ($2.04) and subsequently to the downtrend line. Sellers are likely to defend the downtrend line fiercely, as a close above it could indicate a trend reversal. The pair could then climb to $2.70.
The $1.61 mark is critical support to monitor. A close below this level would indicate the beginning of the next downward leg, potentially bringing XRP down to the low of $1.25 observed on October 10.
Solana Price Forecast
Solana (SOL) has been holding onto the 20-day EMA ($126) for several days, signaling ongoing bullish pressure.
If the price closes above the 20-day EMA, the SOL/USDT pair may climb to the resistance level at $147. A minor hurdle exists at the 50-day SMA ($132), but it is likely to be overcome.
Conversely, if Solana’s price declines from the moving averages, it suggests bears are still in control. This heightens the risk of a drop to the $108 mark and possibly down to the crucial support at $95.
Dogecoin Price Forecast
Buyers are finding it challenging to lift Dogecoin (DOGE) above the breakdown level of $0.13, indicating insufficient demand at higher price points.
Sellers are likely to attempt pushing the Dogecoin price below $0.12. If successful, the downtrend could restart, potentially bringing the DOGE/USDT pair down to the October 10 low of $0.10.
Buyers must act quickly to drive the price above the moving averages to avert this decline. Should they succeed, the pair could rally to $0.19, signifying that the market rejects the break below the $0.13 support.
Cardano Price Forecast
Cardano (ADA) declined from the 20-day EMA ($0.37) on Monday, indicating a bearish sentiment.
Bears will aim to strengthen their position by pulling the price below $0.34. If they succeed, the ADA/USDT pair could dive to $0.30 and later to the October 10 low of $0.27.
The initial sign of strength would be a break and close above the 20-day EMA. The pair could then rise to the 50-day SMA ($0.41), where bears are expected to mount a solid defense. If buyers overcome this barrier, Cardano’s price could reach the breakdown level of $0.50.
Related: Ethereum below $3K: Low fees, weak ETF flows signal stagnation into 2026
Bitcoin Cash Price Forecast
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) is finding support at the 20-day EMA ($587), indicating that bulls continue to buy during dips.
This situation enhances the probability of breaking above the $631 level. The BCH/USDT pair may then rise to $651 and subsequently to the strong overhead resistance at $720.
Sellers likely have different plans. They will attempt to push the price below the 20-day EMA. If they succeed, the pair could fall to the 50-day SMA ($556). This is a crucial level for the bulls to protect, as a close below it could lead Bitcoin Cash to fluctuate between $443 and $631 for a while.
Chainlink Price Forecast
Chainlink (LINK) has been trading within a range between the 50-day SMA ($13.15) and the $11.61 support for several days.
The positive divergence in the relative strength index (RSI) indicates diminishing selling pressure. This raises the chances of a successful breakout above the 50-day SMA. The LINK/USDT pair may then rally to $15.01. A close above this level would signify the end of the downtrend.
Alternatively, if the Chainlink price declines sharply from the moving averages and drops below $11.61, this indicates the bears are still in control. The pair could then drop below the $10.94 support, opening the door for a decline to the October 10 low of $7.90.
Hyperliquid Price Forecast
Sellers are defending the 20-day EMA ($26.44) in Hyperliquid (HYPE), but a positive sign is that bulls have not conceded significant ground to bears.
This increases the likelihood of a breakout above the 20-day EMA. If successful, the HYPE/USDT pair could rise to the 50-day SMA ($30.74) and then to the breakout level of $35.50.
This optimistic outlook would be negated if the Hyperliquid price retreats from the moving averages and falls below $22.19. The pair could then retest the October 10 low of $20.82.
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