CryptoQuant CEO Predicts When Bitcoin Bull Run Could End, Hinting It Might Be the Longest Ever

Bitcoin is currently facing some resistance below the $100,000 mark. CryptoQuant CEO, Ki Young Ju, recently suggested that this bull run could actually become the longest one we’ve ever seen. However, he also pointed out that the next few months will be crucial in determining its direction. 

When the Bitcoin Bull Run Could End

Looking at on-chain data, Ju observed that Bitcoin is at a critical point, potentially poised for either a strong bullish move or a bearish correction. His prediction is that this bull run could continue until at least April 2025. He initially shared this forecast in May 2024, based on the Bitcoin growth rate difference metric.

However, he stressed that the next month or two are crucial. They will show if buying interest returns or weakens, and this could determine if indicators shift towards a clear downtrend.

Even with the possibility of a short downtrend, Ju remains optimistic. He believes it’s unlikely Bitcoin will fall below $77,000. Even if things get worse, he anticipates Bitcoin will likely stabilize around that price for a while before starting to climb again, as we’ve reported here at The Crypto Basic.

In his recent comments, the CryptoQuant CEO also advised against taking on risky, highly leveraged positions, whether betting on prices going up or down. He encouraged traders to be patient during this uncertain time in the market. 

Bitcoin in a Manipulation Phase, but Rebound Imminent 

Switching gears, market analyst Cas Abbé mentioned in a recent report that Bitcoin is currently caught in what he calls a “manipulation phase” amidst the recent price dips. He noted that positive news doesn’t seem to be pushing the price up, and even good news from the stock market isn’t having any effect on Bitcoin. 

$BTC is currently in the manipulation phase.

Every bullish news is being sold off, and even the stock market pump isn’t having any positive impact.

I think we’re currently at the same level as in September 2024, right before the next leg up. pic.twitter.com/O32wiezmUQ

— Cas Abbé (@cas_abbe) February 27, 2025

Abbé pointed to last September, recalling that Bitcoin was in a similar situation before its next big price jump. He believes there might be an opportunity forming, as market dynamics could be preparing for a breakout, if traders can handle the current period of slow movement.

Looking at Bitcoin’s performance this February 2025, which is down 16.37%, Bitcoinsensus, a market analysis source, highlighted that Bitcoin has only had a negative February close twice since 2013. Interestingly, March has usually been positive for Bitcoin in the last four years. 

With Bitcoin heading for only its third bearish February ever, Bitcoinsensus pointed out that March often bucks the trend of early year declines, suggesting it could be a time for Bitcoin to potentially recover.

Meanwhile, crypto analyst Master of Crypto noted a pattern from previous bull runs: after significant drops (around 35% in 2017 and 33% in 2021), Bitcoin saw massive rallies of 320% and 280%. 

2017: $BTC dropped ~35%, then pumped 320%.

2021: $BTC dropped ~33%, then pumped 280%.

Now: $BTC has dropped ~20%.

Spent a week analyzing crypto cycles, found Shocking Truth.

I’m sorry, but you need to hear this 🧵👇 pic.twitter.com/FUiyUf5Hx4

— Master of Crypto (@MasterCryptoHq) February 26, 2025

Given that Bitcoin has recently fallen by about 20%, this analyst thinks a similar pattern might be emerging. He acknowledges the market is still very volatile. However, there might be a positive sign in activity from large investors (“whales”). Over 26,000 BTC have recently been moved to addresses used for long-term holding, as we reported at The Crypto Basic a couple of days ago.

He also pointed out that the stablecoin index – which can indicate new money coming into the crypto market – is beginning to increase. This increase is likely because new stablecoins are being created (“minted”), injecting fresh capital that could increase demand. Currently, Bitcoin is trading at $85,432, having decreased by 2.75% in the last 24 hours.