This Is a Troubling Trend for Bitcoin | The Motley Fool

Bitcoin’s latest trend is presented as troubling as near-term momentum falters. The price sat near $77,000 when the piece ran, down about 12% this year and far from the optimism that surrounded 2025. Standard Chartered cut its Bitcoin target in half, though it still sees potential to reach $150,000 in 2026. The article notes a flood of money leaving spot Bitcoin ETFs, with net outflows topping $1.5 billion from May 15 to May 22, signaling waning appetite for BTC among investors. The broader market backdrop, including volatility in equities, compounds the pessimism for a quick rebound.