analyst: Bitcoin market bottom may be nearing, at least if measured against gold, analyst says

Historically, bitcoin bear markets have lasted 12-13 months, suggesting a potential downturn until late 2026 if priced in USD. What to know : A bitcoin market bottom could be nearing, potentially as soon as next month, when priced in gold, according to Mercado Bitcoin's analysis. Historically, bitcoin bear markets have lasted 12-13 months, suggesting a potential downturn until late 2026 if priced in USD. Global uncertainty, rising tensions, and capital rotation into gold have contributed to BTC’s weakness relative to gold.