Recently, more and more people are asking me when the crypto bull run will actually start. Honestly, the scenario for 2026 looks increasingly plausible, especially when we look at what analysts are saying and historical data.

We began with Bitcoin halving in April 2024. History shows that the bull cycle usually kicks off about 12-18 months after this event. If that trend continues, then right now, in the first half of 2026, we should see things really start to move. Some point to the beginning of the year, Q1, as a potential ignition point where liquidity improves and monetary conditions ease.

Interestingly, macroeconomist Raoul Pal and several other serious voices forecast that the cycle peak could occur around mid-2026. That would mean if the bull run really kicks off now, we still have some time for gains. Of course, everything depends on whether current trends persist.

What should we pay attention to? Further interest rate cuts, clarity in regulations, increased institutional capital inflow. Additionally, I’m observing narratives around tokenization and AI projects in cryptocurrencies. If all these elements come together, they could be powerful growth catalysts through 2026.

But here’s the catch. Not every coin moves at the same pace. Bitcoin may lead, while altcoins may follow closely or behave completely differently, depending on liquidity and adoption. Some analysts even see scenarios where consolidation prolongs or the bull run starts later. The market always has surprises.

Looking at current prices, BTC is at 80.53K with a minus of 1.59 percent, SOL at 94.57 with a minus of 3.04 percent, ETH at 2.28K with a minus of 2.42 percent. For now, we have a pullback, but that’s normal in such periods.

In summary, a crypto bull run seems within reach from early to mid-2026, with a potential peak somewhere in the middle of the year. But remember, volatility and fundamentals will determine how it actually unfolds. It’s worth watching these turning points and being ready for changes.