Why these analysts say bitcoin will double by next year — and could reach $500,000 at the end of the decade

MarketWatch Thursday 27 August 2026, 10:54 UTC By Barbara Kollmeyer 1 min read

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Bitcoin has had a revival lately. Bernstein analysts think the cryptocurrency is headed for a new high of $300,000 by 2029.

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