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Here’s why Bitcoin is poised to reach $265,000
In a recent discussion, analyst Larry Jones delved into the current state of the cryptocurrency market, specifically focusing on Bitcoin’s trajectory and long-term investment strategies. Jones opened on several key indicators and his approach to navigating market fluctuations.
Jones began by highlighting a crucial Bitcoin indicator that suggests a period of relative stability in the cryptocurrency industry. He flagged the collapse of Bitcoin’s volatility risk premium (BRP), indicating a trend towards market calm. This observation is in line with Jones’ previous prediction of Bitcoin trading sideways for a time, which has largely materialized.
Additionally, Jones shared insights into the potential sustainability of Bitcoin’s price, referencing a target of $265,000. He cited Young Ju, founder and CEO of on-chain and market analytics firm Crypto Quant, who suggested that the Bitcoin network’s fundamentals could support a market capitalization three times its current size from the previous cycle’s peak . This projection is based on the comparison between the price of Bitcoin and the associated hash rate, indicating an increase in market activity and investor interest.
The hash rate to market capitalization ratio, according to Jones, evaluates mining growth relative to market capitalization. He explained that if this ratio continues to grow, it could potentially support the price of Bitcoin to $265,000. Jones supported his analysis with a graph illustrating the correlation between Bitcoin price, hash rate and ratio over time.
Discussing his personal investment strategy, Jones revealed his dollar-cost averaging (DCA) approach, particularly for altcoins and meme coins. He explained the importance of accumulating Bitcoin for the long term, considering its historical market cycles. Jones acknowledged the difficulty of synchronizing market phases, but stressed the importance of accumulating during the mark-up phase, even if it requires patience and belief.