#2026CryptoOutlook
2026 Cycle Outlook Late Bull, Consolidation, or New Beginning?
The 2026 cycle is shaping up to be anything but linear. While some indicators hint at a late-cycle bull phase, others suggest the market is entering a multi-year consolidation before the next major macro catalyst. Historically, late bull phases are characterized by heightened retail participation, extreme narrative hype, and shorter-term volatility spikes, often preceded by strong institutional accumulation. Consolidation phases, in contrast, tend to shake out weaker hands, reset leverage, and allow real innova
2026 Cycle Outlook Late Bull, Consolidation, or New Beginning?
The 2026 cycle is shaping up to be anything but linear. While some indicators hint at a late-cycle bull phase, others suggest the market is entering a multi-year consolidation before the next major macro catalyst. Historically, late bull phases are characterized by heightened retail participation, extreme narrative hype, and shorter-term volatility spikes, often preceded by strong institutional accumulation. Consolidation phases, in contrast, tend to shake out weaker hands, reset leverage, and allow real innova
