Bitcoin (BTC) investors may need to temper their expectations as the 
cryptocurrency heads into its final bull run. Analysts indicate that the bull 
rally could unfold slowly, suggesting a gradual climb to new highs. Traders 
are being urged to prepare for heightened volatility and plan their strategies 
carefully to protect gains while staying positioned for potential upside. Slow 
Climb Expected In Bitcoin&#8217;s Final Bull Run A market expert who calls himself 
Crypto Waterman has shared his latest outlook on Bitcoin’s final bull run. He 
expects the last leg of the rally to be a slow and deliberate process rather 
than a sudden spike. According to him, the parabolic move could take roughly 
one to two months to complete, potentially unfolding during the first quarter 
of 2026. Related Reading: XRP ETFs Grow Past $60M As Price Struggles To 
Respond Crypto Waterman warns that before this final surge, there will likely 
be intense market pressure to push out inexperienced investors. This period 
could include sudden shakeouts and volatility designed to test retail traders&#8217; 
resolve. He also stated that many investors may exit too early as euphoria 
builds, while others will become bag holders as prices climb rapidly. The 
analyst emphasized that smart wallets and BTC whales tend to sell into 
strength during this phase. For average investors, he suggests a careful 
strategy of dollar-cost averaging out of positions once gains become 
significant. Observing coins doubling in a single day could be an early signal 
to start reducing exposure. Crypto Waterman also shares his personal approach 
to profit-taking, which involves selling 25% of his holdings when the price 
doubles. If Bitcoin triples, he says that he would offload 30-40% and consider 
selling nearly everything if the market feels overheated. He also stated that 
he would leave a small portion, “a moonbag,” to capture any remaining upside 
potential. Analyst Warns Last Chance To Accumulate BTC Crypto Waterman offers 
guidance for traders looking to position themselves ahead of Bitcoin’s 
anticipated parabolic move. He suggests that the next two to three weeks may 
be the last chance to accumulate Bitcoin before the rally begins. He also 
highlighted the importance of timing, recommending that investors buy Bitcoin 
during significant dips rather than chasing rising prices. The analyst has 
hinted at knowing the timing of the expected market shakeout, emphasizing that 
market conditions over the coming days will determine the exact moment it 
happens. He warns that traders should prepare for volatility and short-term 
price fluctuations. He also reminds investors to stay disciplined during 
periods of market euphoria. Related Reading: Bitcoin Feels The Weight Of 
Quantum Risk Concerns, Industry Leaders Warn He shared that investors and 
traders should follow the “Warren Buffett” principle of being cautious when 
others are greedy and opportunistic when others are fearful. This strategy 
eliminates emotional decision-making in trading and investing, allowing 
holders to make rational moves as the Bitcoin market approaches its final bull 
phase. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView

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Bitcoin has slipped into standby mode as the weekend unfolds, with price 
action remaining compressed inside a familiar range. Volatility is muted, 
momentum is lacking, and traders are largely focused on well-defined scalp 
levels rather than expecting a decisive move. With the holiday period 
approaching, patience and precision are taking center stage as the market 
waits for its next real catalyst. Bitcoin Slips Back Into Weekend Range Mode 
According to a recent update, analyst Lennaert Snyder noted that Bitcoin has 
once again entered a period of &#8220;weekend chop.&#8221; While he does not expect any 
major trending moves during this time, he has outlined several specific scalp 
scenarios and price traps he is monitoring closely to take advantage of short- 
term volatility. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Make-or-Break Phase Begins: Weekly 
Support Holds, Momentum Fades If Bitcoin swipes the wick near $88,865 and 
tests the resistance box situated just above it, he will be hunting for scalp- 
short opportunities, specifically after failing to hold the level. Conversely, 
for those looking to go long, he is eyeing the $87,420 level, which marks the 
start of the previous impulse and a key support box. If the price tests this 
area, Snyder will be watching for clear reversal patterns to trigger a scalp- 
long. However, if the market loses that &#8220;start impulse&#8221; support, the analyst 
believes a continuation short down to the $85,890 lows becomes highly 
probable. Once the price arrives at those deeper lows, he will pivot his 
strategy to wait for a reversal to long position. Finally, Snyder identified a 
major breakout trigger: when Bitcoin can gain and hold $89,375 (the top of the 
resistance box), the analyst assumes the market will finally squeeze toward 
the $90,400 region. While he doesn&#8217;t expect this breakout to materialize 
before Monday, he has his alerts set and suggests traders take the time to 
enjoy their weekend. Weekend Lull Keeps Bitcoin Range-Bound In an X post, 
analyst Daan Crypto Trades observed that BTC is entering the weekend in a 
state of relative stagnation. The analyst suggested that this is an ideal 
window for traders to step back and rest, allowing for a mental reset before 
the market dynamics potentially shift in the coming week. Related Reading: 
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– Details Despite various fluctuations, Bitcoin&#8217;s price has remained 
essentially unchanged over the past few weeks. The asset remains firmly stuck 
in the middle of its established range, lacking the necessary momentum to 
either break out toward new highs or break down into a deeper correction. Daan 
Crypto Trades warned that next week will likely be characterized by more 
choppy price action, as market activity often thins out significantly around 
the Christmas holidays. Featured image from Pngtree, chart from 
Tradingview.com

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