Peter Brandt Dusts Off Bizarre Chart Pattern Ahead of Possible Bitcoin Advance

As an experienced crypto investor with a decade of market analysis under my belt, I find Peter Brandt’s latest observations intriguing. Having closely followed his insights and predictions, I have learned to appreciate his expertise in spotting chart patterns that often predict market behavior. The “Hump Slump Bump Dump Pump” pattern he has revisited seems to be aligning with the recent Bitcoin price action.

However, I am cautious and always remind myself of the volatile nature of the crypto market. While Brandt’s chart suggests a potential surge to $112,500 by January, it is essential to consider other analysts’ views as well. For instance, Josh Olszewicz’s bullish scenario predicts a 70% increase to around $160,000, while a bearish one shows Bitcoin plunging to $80,000.

Tom Lee’s prediction of Bitcoin reaching $250,000 in the coming year and Brandt’s expectation of the leading cryptocurrency surpassing $150,000 in 2025 add to the optimism. Nevertheless, I always keep in mind that even the most seasoned analysts can’t predict market behavior with absolute certainty.

In my experience, it is crucial to maintain a balanced portfolio and never invest more than one can afford to lose. As they say, “The market can stay irrational longer than you can stay solvent.” So, while I find Brandt’s analysis compelling, I’ll keep my eyes on the price action and make decisions based on my risk tolerance and investment strategy.

Oh, and as a light-hearted reminder, always remember that even in the crypto world, “The only certain things are death, taxes, and Bitcoin corrections.” So buckle up and enjoy the ride!

Peter Brandt, a renowned expert in commodity trading, plans to reintroduce his “Ups and Downs, Increases and Decreases” chart pattern, which he originally unveiled some time back.

As a seasoned cryptocurrency investor with several years of experience under my belt, I would strongly encourage those who are passionate about Bitcoin (Bitcoiners) to revisit this post from earlier times that delves into the intricate Hump Slump Bump Dump Pump chart pattern in BTC. The similarities between the past market behavior and the current situation could be striking, hinting at potential trends in the Bitcoin market.

— Peter Brandt (@PeterLBrandt) December 29, 2024

According to the prominent chartist, this pattern might be playing out right now.

The largest cryptocurrency by market cap experienced a roller-coaster ride.

An initial price bump that resulted in a rounded peak was followed by a notable slump.

After this, the cryptocurrency experienced another “bump” and reached yet another peak.

Bitcoin reached a new all-time high of $108,135 on Dec. 18.

After that incident, the primary cryptocurrency underwent another price drop, falling down to the $92,000 mark again.

Now, if Brandt’s pattern is correct, the flagship coin might be on the cusp of another “pump.”

Based on the chart provided by Brandt, it is predicted that the top cryptocurrency might reach a high of around $112,500 as early as January.

Bitcoin is currently changing hands at $95,055, according to CoinGecko data.

In his latest social media update, trader Josh Olszewicz, who uses the Ichimoku cloud indicator, has laid out two possible future directions for Bitcoin. If a bullish prediction comes true, we might see an approximately 70% price surge, reaching a maximum of about $160,000 due to favorable market dynamics. On the other hand, a bearish forecast suggests a drop in Bitcoin’s value down to roughly $80,000.

In simpler terms, the trend for Bitcoin in Q1 could continue to be bullish, or alternatively, it might show a bearish pattern that took us down to around $80,000 (as suggested yesterday). The setup is similar to what we saw at the end of 2023 and transitioning into Q1 of 2024. Essentially, history has a tendency to repeat itself in financial markets, and time seems to go in circles.

— #333kByJuly2025 (@CarpeNoctom) December 28, 2024

According to a report from U.Today, analyst Tom Lee of Fundstrat believes that Bitcoin could potentially reach $250,000 by the end of next year.

Brandt has repeatedly stated that Bitcoin could surge above $150,000 in 2025.

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2024-12-29 13:21