The price of Bitcoin (BTC) has fallen again below the support level of $90,000 over the weekend, with increasing volatility continuing to shape trading conditions in December.
Many traders point to the recurring appearance of the so-called 'Bart Simpson' pattern on the Bitcoin price chart. It is worth noting that one of them seems to be forming now, which may likely determine the price movement of Bitcoin in the coming days.
Bart Simpson Pattern: Impact and Recovery in December
The Bart Simpson pattern is named after the famous cartoon character Bart Simpson due to its shape resembling the character's hair. It forms when Bitcoin moves sharply in one direction, either up or down, over a short period.
The price then stops and trades sideways within a certain range. After that, the market quickly returns to the earlier price area. Although its name is playful, this pattern poses real challenges for participants in volatile markets.
Several traders documented its spread last month. One analyst shared a chart showing three patterns from December 10 to 12. Other observers highlighted five instances or more from late November to mid-December.
In this context, one analyst suggested that Bitcoin may now complete a new Bart pattern. If confirmed, the formation could follow another leg higher.
However, the sustainability of the increase remains in question. The analyst added that a breakout followed by another reversal is a "potential scenario."
"Bart pattern + weekend order books = bingo for stopped fishing and striving. My main argument: both sides are cleaned up before the trend is clear. Pavel Laskarzewski said that Sunday/Monday is less 'predictable' and more 'liquidity event.'
Liquidity and market mechanisms
Meanwhile, an analyst pointed out that the Bart pattern is not a new phenomenon and has appeared repeatedly throughout Bitcoin's trading history.
According to the analyst, the formation tends to appear under specific market conditions, especially when liquidity is weak. He added that these arrangements often coincide with activity from large market participants.
Individual traders began chasing momentum after sudden price moves. Meanwhile, stop-loss levels become very clear.
"Prices drop as liquidity declines, everyone starts tweeting targets, confidence returns... then we drop straight down and come back fully. People still argue that it's 'organic price discovery' while staring at a chart that looks like it was drawn with a ruler. Whether you love it or hate it, Bart doesn't miss it," the post stated.
Other analysts suggest that recurring Bart patterns often act as traps for short-term volatility. These sudden price movements can lead to rapid reversals and swift shakeouts, forcing short-term traders to exit positions as momentum fades quickly.
"Bart patterns are designed to emotionally exhaust traders. Long-term holders hardly notice these moves," added a market observer.
Thus, as Bitcoin continues to trade in an interactive environment, the repeated emergence of Bart patterns highlights the role of liquidity and market structure in short-term price behavior. While these formations can create sharp movements and quick reversals, analysts point out that they tend to have limited significance beyond short-term positions, making the broader trend reliant on ongoing liquidity and participation.
