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In 2025, Bitcoin briefly surged to a historical high of about $126,000+, but later experienced a significant pullback, even showing annual losses by the end of the year (about -5% to -6%)—the first time since 2022.
• Market sentiment shifted from a mid-year high to caution, influenced by macroeconomic pressures, political/policy factors, and a decline in risk asset preference.
• Institutional holdings remain active (with large companies continuing to buy), but the price-driving force is limited.
• In early 2026, prices fluctuated between $87,000 and $90,000, with clear long-short battles.

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📊 Bitcoin Price Increase Analysis (Technical & Fundamental)

📈 Technical Analysis (Short-term Fluctuations + Range Trading)
• The market shows a consolidation pattern near key price levels, with support potentially around ~$84,000 or even lower, while resistance is in the ~$98,000–$102,000 range.
• Some technical analysts believe the current adjustment may be a corrective wave in a larger cycle, suggesting continued range fluctuations.

🧠 Fundamental Factors

Bullish Factors (Upside Catalysts)
• Institutional capital entering the market/ETF structural demand increasing: In the long term, institutional allocations and clearer regulations may bring new capital inflows.
• Improved digital asset infrastructure: The maturation of ETFs, regulatory rules, and financial products may support valuations.

Bearish Factors (Pressures)
• Strengthened correlation between macroeconomic conditions and risk assets makes Bitcoin more susceptible to traditional market fluctuations.
• Speculative liquidation events and weakened sentiment may increase selling pressure in the short term. $BTC
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