Bitcoin price forecasts for 2026 vary significantly among major banks, asset managers, and market commentators, ranging from $75,000 to $250,000. Standard Chartered cut its 2026 forecast to $150,000, citing a slower pace than expected and increased reliance on ETF buying. Bernstein maintains a $150,000 target, projecting an elongated bull cycle where institutional buying offsets retail selling. JPMorgan estimates a $170,000 fair value using a gold-based framework. Tom Lee of Fundstrat projected $200,000, while Michael Saylor of Strategy sees $150,000 as plausible with continued institutional adoption. The wide range reflects uncertainty about institutional demand and Bitcoin's macro sensitivity.

Bitcoin price forecasts for 2026 vary significantly among major banks, asset managers, and market commentators, ranging from $75,000 to $250,000. Standard Chartered cut its 2026 forecast to $150,000, citing a slower pace than expected and increased reliance on ETF buying. Bernstein maintains a $150,000 target, projecting an elongated bull cycle where institutional buying offsets retail selling. JPMorgan estimates a $170,000 fair value using a gold-based framework. Tom Lee of Fundstrat projected $200,000, while Michael Saylor of Strategy sees $150,000 as plausible with continued institutional adoption. The wide range reflects uncertainty about institutional demand and Bitcoin's macro sensitivity.