BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has once again shared an ambitious Bitcoin forecast: he expects the price to rise to a range of $500,000–$750,000 in 2026–2027. Hayes attributes this scenario to the impact of massive money printing policies in the US, which he associates with the Trump administration, believing this will be the main price driver for the leading cryptocurrency. Hayes has made similar predictions before—previously forecasting $500,000 by the end of this year and maintaining that support at $80,000 is solid.
Arthur Hayes' 2026–2027 Forecast
Hayes sets a target range of $500,000–$750,000, assigning the main price surge to 2026–2027, linking it to anticipated active money printing in the US. He noted that such policies, in his view, have been tested by various governments and, combined with other factors, could provide a significant boost to Bitcoin. Earlier, on December 1, Hayes predicted $500,000 by the end of the current year, showing consistency in his expectations, though he refines the timing and ranges.
Current Market Situation
According to CoinMarketCap, Bitcoin has recently been drifting around $86,000–$88,000, with a brief dip below $85,000 and an attempt to hold above $90,000. For comparison, exactly one year ago on Christmas Day, the price was $98,700, meaning the current price is noticeably below last year's peak. Hayes identifies $80,000 as an important support level, which, according to him, is currently withstanding market pressure.
Other Analysts' Forecasts
Besides Hayes, trader and analyst Chiefy remains bullish and expects a "supercycle" to begin as soon as next week, initially targeting $120,000 followed by $160,000. Discussions about market prospects have included other viewpoints, including more conservative scenarios—detailed perspectives can be found in the analysts' opinions and in the CryptoQuant forecast on potential risks for 2026.
Why This Matters
If Hayes' forecast materializes, it would mean a fundamental change in how miners evaluate equipment profitability: price increases directly boost potential revenue at the same hash rate. Such scenarios often come with high volatility, so short-term fluctuations may be stronger than usual, leading to mass liquidations on margin positions, which impacts the overall market.
However, it's important to understand that the current price remains significantly below the stated targets, and the $80,000 support level is still holding. This means that in the near term, there may not be major changes for miners, but increased interest in Bitcoin will make the market more sensitive to any news and political signals.
What To Do?
For miners with 1–1000 devices in Russia, basic recommendations remain practical: monitor electricity costs and equipment utilization to timely assess profitability at current prices. Control maintenance and spare parts expenses, as growing market interest does not eliminate operational risks and potential downtime.
If you use leverage or trade on margin, consider the increased volatility during periods of high-profile forecasts and avoid excessive risk. For those considering long-term holding, the current confirmation of the $80,000 support level can be reassuring, but decisions should always be based on your personal strategy and financial capabilities.
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To compare forecasts and market scenarios, we recommend reading related materials such as the Tom Lee forecast and volatility reviews, which help assess potential mining risks.