๐ฅ๐ BARCLAYS BANK OUTLOOK: CRYPTO MARKET IN 2026
๐ก Barclays Bank expects the crypto space to enter a key transition phase in 2026, with some notable shifts ahead:
๐น Lower Spot Trading Activity
๐ Spot trading volumes are projected to decline, signaling reduced short-term speculation.
๐น Retail Participation Weakens
๐ฅ Individual investor engagement is expected to remain soft, impacting overall market momentum.
๐น Pressure on Major Exchanges
๐ฆ Large trading platforms could face revenue stress as spot trading activity slows.
๐น Fewer Market Catalysts
โ๏ธ Crypto markets, which often react strongly to political and regulatory news, may see limited immediate triggers in 2026.
๐น CLARITY Bill โ Long-Term Positive
๐บ๐ธ The U.S. CLARITY bill is viewed as a constructive step for regulation, but with no short-term price impact expected.
๐ Key Takeaway:
The focus may shift from hype-driven trading to regulation, infrastructure, and long-term adoption.
๐ Smart money watches structure, not noise.
