Bitcoin’s struggles persist, closing January with a 10.17 percent loss and marking four consecutive monthly declines, the worst streak since November. The last time BTC endured four or more months in the red was during the 2018 bear market.
Just a few months ago, Bitcoin traded confidently above 100,000 dollars, hitting a new all-time high above 126,000 and fueling predictions of 150,000 to 200,000 by year-end. The optimism, however, was short-lived. October brought a 19 billion dollar wipeout, and Bitcoin never fully recovered.
Hopes for a rebound in early 2026 faltered. BTC briefly reached 95,000 before falling below 90,000. Within days, it dropped to 81,000, bounced to 84,000, and then plunged again to around 75,000, triggering billions in liquidations. Overall, Bitcoin lost about 20,000 dollars in less than two weeks.
Analysts remain divided on whether the market can still be considered bullish. Historically, similar streaks occurred during bear cycles, such as 2018–2019, when BTC hit repeated lows and bottomed after six losing months. If history repeats, Bitcoin could face further losses before a meaningful recovery.
Despite the challenges, there is cautious optimism. Historical patterns suggest stronger performance could emerge in Q2 and Q3, while some analysts believe Bitcoin may now follow a new cycle. February could offer early signs of a turnaround.
