Analyst predicts 55% Bitcoin surge, issues warning on crypto treasuries

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Analyst predicts 55% Bitcoin surge, issues warning on crypto treasuries​

Bitcoin (BTC) could surge in 2026, according to Geoffrey Kendrick, Standard Chartered’s head of digital asset research. The veteran analyst, known for his long-term bullish stance, reaffirmed that Bitcoin remains a strong buy despite cutting his longer-term target. Kendrick thinks Bitcoin is still a buy and has the potential to surge as much as 55% this year alone. In December 2025, Kendrick halved his 2026 price forecast from $300,000 to $150,000 per coin.

Treasury demand likely over

Digital asset treasuries (DAT) became one of the most talked about trends in crypto over, especially after Michael Saylor’s Strategy began using its balance sheet to accumulate BTC in 2020. The firm later raised billions through bond offerings to expand its holdings, a move that inspired other firms to follow suit.

Kendrick, however, remains optimistic about further gains driven by spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). He argued that these products lower the barriers for institutional participation in crypto, a trend likely to accelerate under the Trump administration, which has backed several pro-crypto laws and executive orders aimed at easing regulatory uncertainty for investors. In fact, on Jan. 13, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs logged $753.73 million single-day inflow, their largest in three months.

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From Trump rally to tariff turbulence

Bitcoin began 2025 strong, touching $102,000 in early January as Donald Trump assumed the presidency. The asset then fluctuated between $98,000 and $104,000 before sliding to $76,000 by April. A gradual recovery followed, peaking near $126,000 in October before a flash crash erased double-digit gains. By year-end, Bitcoin hovered between $86,000 and $94,000, below even the most cautious forecasts.

In 2026, Bitcoin’s recovery has continued, reaching $97,538 on Jan. 15 before easing. At press time, it was down 2.1% to $93,216 amid Trump’s renewed tariff threats, this time aimed at European allies over what he called the “Greenland deal.”

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Analyst predicts 55% Bitcoin surge, issues warning on crypto treasuries

Bitcoin (BTC) could surge in 2026, according to Geoffrey Kendrick, Standard Chartered’s head of digital asset research. The veteran analyst, known for his long-term bullish stance, reaffirmed that Bitcoin remains a strong buy despite cutting his longer-term target. Kendrick thinks Bitcoin is ...

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Penganalisis Ramal Lonjakan Bitcoin 55%, Keluarkan Amaran Mengenai Perbendaharaan Kripto


Bitcoin (BTC) berpotensi melonjak pada tahun 2026, menurut Geoffrey Kendrick, Ketua Penyelidikan Aset Digital di Standard Chartered. Penganalisis berpengalaman ini, yang terkenal dengan pendirian optimistik jangka panjangnya, menegaskan semula bahawa Bitcoin masih merupakan pelaburan yang kukuh walaupun beliau telah mengurangkan sasaran jangka panjangnya. Kendrick percaya Bitcoin masih wajar dibeli dan berpotensi meningkat sehingga 55% dalam tahun ini sahaja. Pada Disember 2025, beliau mengurangkan separuh ramalan harga Bitcoin bagi 2026 daripada $300,000 kepada $150,000 bagi setiap syiling.

Permintaan Perbendaharaan Berkemungkinan Sudah Memuncak​

Perbendaharaan aset digital (Digital Asset Treasuries, DAT) menjadi salah satu trend paling hangat dalam dunia kripto, terutamanya selepas Strategy milik Michael Saylor mula menggunakan kunci kira-kiranya untuk mengumpul BTC pada tahun 2020. Syarikat tersebut kemudiannya mengumpul berbilion dolar melalui penerbitan bon bagi menambah pegangan Bitcoin, satu langkah yang mendorong syarikat lain untuk mengikut jejak langkah sama.


Namun begitu, Kendrick kekal optimistik terhadap potensi kenaikan selanjutnya yang didorong oleh dana dagangan bursa (ETF) Bitcoin spot. Beliau berhujah bahawa produk ini mengurangkan halangan kemasukan untuk penyertaan institusi dalam kripto, satu trend yang dijangka semakin pesat di bawah pentadbiran Trump, yang telah menyokong beberapa undang-undang dan perintah eksekutif pro-kripto bagi mengurangkan ketidaktentuan peraturan untuk pelabur. Malah, pada 13 Januari, ETF Bitcoin spot di AS mencatatkan aliran masuk harian sebanyak $753.73 juta, yang tertinggi dalam tempoh tiga bulan.

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Daripada Lonjakan Trump kepada Pergolakan Tarif


Bitcoin memulakan tahun 2025 dengan prestasi kukuh, mencecah $102,000 pada awal Januari ketika Donald Trump mengambil alih jawatan presiden. Aset tersebut kemudiannya bergerak dalam julat antara $98,000 hingga $104,000 sebelum merosot kepada $76,000 menjelang April. Pemulihan secara beransur-ansur menyusul, memuncak hampir $126,000 pada Oktober sebelum kejatuhan mendadak menghapuskan keuntungan dua angka. Menjelang akhir tahun, Bitcoin didagangkan antara $86,000 dan $94,000, lebih rendah daripada jangkaan paling berhati-hati sekali pun.


Pada tahun 2026, pemulihan Bitcoin berterusan, mencecah $97,538 pada 15 Januari sebelum kembali melemah. Pada waktu laporan ini ditulis, harganya turun 2.1% kepada $93,216 susulan ancaman tarif baharu oleh Trump, kali ini disasarkan kepada sekutu Eropah berhubung apa yang beliau gelarkan sebagai “perjanjian Greenland.”


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