Bitcoin Technicals Signal Delayed Rally to 2026

According to crypto analyst Dr. Cat (@DoctorCatX), Bitcoin's long-term bullish trend remains intact, but the market's current cycle peaks and technical indicators suggest a delay in the next significant breakout. The analyst indicates that the recent weekly chart high is likely to be followed by a consolidation phase, postponing any major upward movements until at least mid-July or early 2026. The immediate short-term target for a breakout is projected around mid-June if Bitcoin surpasses $99,881, with potential to reach $270,000. Conversely, breaking below $93,200 could imply a delayed breakout, pushing expectations towards late 2025 or early 2026. Additionally, altcoins appear unlikely to rally strongly until late summer at the earliest, as various bearish technical signals need time to resolve. Overall, Bitcoin's path forward depends heavily on maintaining key support levels and successfully navigating upcoming technical thresholds.