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Bitcoin's $112K dip masks a potential $140K surge, according to crypto analyst Colin Talks Crypto, who cites complex technical patterns and historical October trends. While the market remains volatile, bulls argue the 'pivotal moment' could spark a historic rally.
**Bitcoin’s $112K Lull Hides a Storm Brewing, Analysts Say**
Bitcoin’s recent plunge to just over $112,000—a $4,000 drop from its $116,000 peak—has left investors on edge. But crypto analyst *Colin Talks Crypto* isn’t worried. On X, he declared the market at a “pivotal moment” and predicted a “MASSIVE” rally, with BTC “soaring soon, and not looking back.” His bullish bet? A cascade of technical patterns that, he argues, signal a $140,000 breakout by year-end.
The sell-off, fueled by a $150 billion leverage-induced crash on Monday, has rattled traders. Yet *Colin* sees opportunity in the chaos. He points to nested chart patterns, including an inverse head-and-shoulders within another head-and-shoulders, all contained within a broader inverse head-and-shoulders formation inside a “broadening wedge.” These structures, he says, are “the perfect setup” for a breakout. “This is the perfect sentiment,” he added, noting that skepticism now is a contrarian signal—unlike the euphoria that usually precedes a market top.
The broader crypto market is stabilizing after the crash, with Bitcoin trading near $112,000, down 9.5% from its all-time high. Ether dropped 4% to below $4,200, while altcoins faced even steeper declines, with many losing double digits over the past week. But not all is bleak. *Elite Crypto* highlighted that Bitcoin remains positive for September, up nearly 4% this month—a rare feat in a typically bearish month. “With 8 days left, don’t forget: October has historically been a blast,” they quipped, referencing the infamous “Uptober” trend.
Historically, October has delivered an average 21.89% return for crypto, per data tracked by *Hunters of Web3* founder *LANGERIUS*. Even a 10% gain, they noted, could “put altcoins to the moon.” The message? Patience might outperform panic.
Analysts are split. While *Colin* and others see a bullish horizon, the market’s volatility underscores the risks. Bitcoin’s 13% drop earlier this month and the recent leverage-fueled selloff remind investors that crypto’s rollercoaster ride isn’t over. But for those watching the charts, the current lull might just be the calm before the storm.
As one trader put it: “Uptober’s track record shows why patience beats emotion.” Whether that holds true this year remains to be seen—but for now, the bulls are betting big.