2026-01-11 10:21:42

2026 is just beginning, and many people are pondering how the crypto market will move in the next six months. Let's analyze the possible rhythm month by month.

January should be a consolidation period. The market will enter a sideways correction at the start of the year, building momentum for the subsequent trend. At this time, it's important to evaluate your holdings carefully and see if your allocations can be optimized.

By February, Bitcoin is expected to take the lead. Historically, BTC often initiates trend movements early in the year, and this time it is highly likely to lead the charge.

Starting in March, mainstream altcoins will come into focus. As capital activity picks up, popular projects like SOL and XRP will have opportunities for a rebound, and the profit-making effect will naturally spread.

However, be cautious in April. False breakouts happen frequently, and the risk of sharp rises followed by declines is real. During this phase, avoid chasing highs; rationality is key.

In May, there may be liquidation pressure from leverage. Excessive leverage often leads to partial liquidations, increasing volatility. But on the other hand, the process of deleveraging can also create many good buying opportunities for assets.

June might see a phase of adjustment. Don't panic; healthy corrections are actually a necessary part of a long-term bull market.

Regarding specific price levels, based on technical and fundamental analysis, BTC is expected to break through $100,000 to reach a new high, with SOL targeting $180 (supported by ongoing ecosystem development), and XRP aiming for $2.8 (as legal clarity releases value).

Current on-chain indicators show clear signs of investor accumulation. Continuous inflows into Bitcoin spot ETFs, the cyclical effects after halving, and global macro changes all lay a foundation for a bull market.

However, maintaining strategic discipline is essential—avoid full positions all at once, focus on leading assets with strong fundamentals, strictly control leverage to reserve risk buffers, and ignore short-term noise. Focusing on long-term growth is the key.

Finally, a reminder: the crypto market is highly volatile, and all predictions are based on current information. Investors must make cautious decisions according to their own risk tolerance, and remember to keep crypto allocations within a reasonable portion of total assets.

BTC-0,11%

SOL-1,02%

XRP0,09%

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MemeKingNFT

· 01-13 20:09

Oh no, it's the same monthly division argument again. We said the same thing last year around this time, and look what happened? That false breakout in April really got me cut. Now I see this kind of prediction and it gives me goosebumps. Batching up positions is the right approach. I've already quit holding all-in; it's a bloody lesson, brother. Is SOL at 180 a bit optimistic? I think we need to hold the line first. The pressure to liquidate in May is well pointed out; it's the same routine every year. Actually, the continuous inflow of Bitcoin spot ETFs is the real indicator of the mainland's rise and fall. That's the true reflection of bottom consensus. Whether XRP can reach 2.8 depends entirely on when the legal side will make a definitive ruling. I don't believe in this kind of monthly linear prediction. Markets don't follow such rules. Staying cautious is still the right move. That's exactly what I'm doing now.

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ShitcoinConnoisseur

· 01-13 08:09

Here we go again, every time it's the same monthly theory. I've heard enough of the false breakout in April.

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FUD_Whisperer

· 01-11 10:51

Is this the same "Monthly Prediction Method" again? Sounds very professional, right? I just want to ask, did we make predictions like this around this time last year?

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GasFeeCrying

· 01-11 10:50

Another monthly prediction... Easy to say, a false breakout in April, I bet five bucks and end up taking a loss again.

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WalletDetective

· 01-11 10:48

Starting to tell stories by month again, I'm already tired of this routine from last year. Wait, is that false breakout in April serious? It feels like every month there's a reason to lose money. I'm not that optimistic about XRP hitting 2.8, but I think the fundamentals still look good. The opportunity for May liquidation depends on the situation; when leverage explodes, it's indeed a good time to buy the dip. Hearing "gradual deployment" a hundred times a year, but the key is having spare cash.

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StablecoinAnxiety

· 01-11 10:44

It's another monthly planning chart, this kind of statement is always there every year haha. The part about deleveraging really hit me; every time it's said so nicely, but when it comes to actual liquidation, there's no way to react in time. The February BTC rally... I choose to remain skeptical. When talking about historical patterns, they tend to lose their effectiveness. SOL hitting 180? Even with ecosystem development, we probably have to wait. But it's definitely worth paying attention to. The idea of deploying in phases has been said for so many years, but few actually manage to do it. I myself am one of them.

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MidnightMEVeater

· 01-11 10:26

Good morning everyone, I'm back at 3 a.m. again... This kind of monthly planning, just like the routine of fake orders in the robot amusement park, sounds smooth but in reality each month is a liquidity trap. Fake breakout in April? Bro, the real midnight buffet is the leverage liquidation in May, those guys going all-in once are just the ingredients. Historical patterns? I believe more in the pattern of sandwich attacks. When BTC breaks 100,000, don't forget there are dark pools siphoning blood.

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MentalWealthHarvester

· 01-11 10:24

It's another month prediction, always sounding reasonable but then getting proven wrong once the market moves. I have a deep feeling about the false breakout in April; I got caught in a squeeze like that last time. Leverage liquidation pressure should be taken seriously. I've seen too many stories of overnight liquidations; playing it safe is more enjoyable. I believe BTC will reach 100,000, but SOL at 180 is a bit of a stretch. As for XRP, it depends on how the US side rules. Splitting the deployment into batches is a slap in the face; don't ask me how I know.

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