A well-known crypto analyst recently warned that Bitcoin (BTC) might go through significant pullbacks before it can reach fresh all-time highs. The message: don’t expect a straight upward march. The road ahead may have bumps.
Why Corrections Are Seen as Natural
The analyst, Jordi Visser, compares Bitcoin’s path to that of Nvidia, a major tech stock. Even in Nvidia’s long rise, there were five corrections of 20% or more along the way. Visser believes Bitcoin will behave similarly before reaching new highs.
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In other words, big dips are not signs of failure; they can be part of the normal rhythm in a market that moves fast.
What Kind of Corrections Are Expected
Visser suggests that Bitcoin could see drops of 20% or more at various points. One possible zone for such a correction is in Q4 (the last quarter of the year), even though historically that quarter has sometimes been favorable for crypto.
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These corrections might not all hit the same low. Some will be sharper, others milder. But the key point: large pullbacks will likely happen before BTC can confidently break to new highs.
The Logic Behind the Warning
Why expect these drops? Here are a few reasons the analyst and others point out:
Volatility is inherent to crypto
Bitcoin and other digital assets are known for sharp swings—both up and down. Pullbacks are part of that character.
Market psychology
After a strong rise, investors often “take profits” (sell some) to lock in gains. That pushes prices down temporarily.
Overextension and leverage
When many traders are buying on margin (using borrowed money), a small drop can force liquidations (forced selling), amplifying the fall.
Resistance zones
As BTC nears historical highs, it may face selling pressure from those who bought earlier or those skeptical of further gains.
Economic & regulatory risks
Macro news, policy changes, or global instability can trigger sudden sentiment shifts.
What This Means for Investors
If corrections are expected, here’s how one might approach:
Be patient. Don’t rush in thinking the next leg up is immediate.
Use dips wisely. Big corrections may offer buying opportunities—but only when support levels hold.
Manage risk. Don’t over-leverage. Use limits or stop-losses to guard against sudden moves.
Watch key zones. Support levels—areas where buyers may step in—may form bases for the next rally.
For example, analysts are watching price zones around $110,000 or even closer to $100,000 as possible support rooms.
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The Big Picture: Corrections on the Way Up
This isn’t a negative or pessimistic outlook—it’s realistic. Big moves up often come with periods of rest or pullback. Bitcoin may correct 20% or more at times, but if its long-term trend remains bullish, these corrections can help “cool off” overheated sentiment and let new participants enter.
Once those resets happen and support zones hold, BTC may then resume its march toward new records. But the path won’t be smooth or linear.
