Standard Chartered has forecast that Bitcoin will reach $100,000 by the end of 2026. The prediction comes as the bank's models also gave an 85.5% probability that Bitcoin would trade between $64,000 and $66,000 on July 20.
The $100,000 target
Standard Chartered analysts see Bitcoin hitting six figures by year-end. The forecast is based on the bank's internal models, which point to continued institutional adoption and macroeconomic factors driving demand. The $100,000 target represents a significant gain from current levels, though the bank did not specify a precise timeline beyond the end of 2026.
Short-term probability
On July 20, the bank's models assigned an 85.5% chance that Bitcoin would stay within the $64,000-$66,000 range. That suggests a period of consolidation before the expected rally. The narrow band indicates relatively low volatility in the near term, which could be a sign that the market is building a base for the next leg higher.
The probability figure is unusually high for a price range prediction, reflecting confidence in the current support and resistance levels. Traders will be watching to see if Bitcoin can hold above $64,000 in the coming days.
The next major milestone for Bitcoin will be the end of 2026, when Standard Chartered's $100,000 forecast will be put to the test. For now, the market appears to be in a holding pattern, with the bank's short-term prediction providing a floor for expectations.
