The crypto bull run, which began in early 2024, has the potential to continue until 2026, according to historical patterns and insights from a chart dating back to 1875. This chart, which predicts market cycles from 1875 to 2059, divides time into periods of prosperity, good times, and hard times.

According to the chart, prosperity cycles follow patterns of 16, 18, or 20 years, with good times for selling stocks highlighted in orange and hard times for buying stocks in blue. Currently, the chart suggests that the bull market we’re in will extend to 2026, aligning with the broader prosperity cycle.

The crypto market, in particular, has been fueled by several factors, including a pro-crypto administration under Donald Trump, and Congress, which have introduced regulatory clarity and policies designed to foster innovation in the U.S., including a strategic Bitcoin reserve, where the country would accumulate BTC long term. This pro-crypto environment has encouraged institutional and corporate adoption, and investor confidence, contributing to the sustainability of the current bull run.

Also, globally, the acceptance of Bitcoin and other tokens or projects is continuing to rise, with nations integrating blockchain and crypto into their financial systems. Institutional products like the spot Bitcoin ETFs have further solidified the market, making crypto more accessible to more investors.

We have had some price corrections since hitting a new all time high, but these are healthy consolidations rather than signs of a massive crash or bear market. Lots of analysts are optimistic, some are even making huge price predictions for BTC ($250,000 in 2025!) citing the strong institutional interest and global adoption trends as key drivers of continued growth.