Peter brandt, a respected veteran trader, suggests bitcoin is following classical charting patterns, which could imply predictability in its price movements. however, this is a subjective analysis of chart patterns, not a direct catalyst for immediate price change.
While brandt suggests adherence to charting patterns, the current market context of rising yields and a stronger dollar is creating headwinds for risk assets like bitcoin. the article also mentions potential support at $60,000 and resistance around $75,000, indicating a range-bound scenario in the short term.
The article discusses immediate market conditions and potential short-term price reactions around option expiries, as well as brandt's current assessment of chart patterns.
Cover image via U.Today Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by our writers are their own and do not represent the views of U.Today. The financial and market information provided on U.Today is intended for informational purposes only. U.Today is not liable for any financial losses incurred while trading cryptocurrencies. Conduct your own research by contacting financial experts before making any investment decisions. We believe that all content is accurate as of the date of publication, but certain offers mentioned may no longer be available. In a recent tweet, veteran trader Peter Brandt clears up a misconception about the first and largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, BTC. Advertisement He addresses his post to those in the crypto community who believe that charting does not work on crypto assets such as Bitcoin. Brandt says that he finds it amusing when he reads on X chatter that charting does not work on an asset like Bitcoin . The veteran trader dismissed this claim in his tweet, noting that Bitcoin obeys the rules of classical charting even better than most markets. HOT Stories 90 Million ADA Deposit to Binance Shakes Cardano Price, XRP 'Juicy' Setup Eyeing $1.5 Short Squeeze: CryptoQuant, Shiba Inu (SHIB) Targets 37% Golden Cross Rally for Q2: Morning Crypto Report Ripple's Schwartz Denies Pre-Allocated XRP Contracts Are Real "Actually, Bitcoin obeys the rules of classical charting (Schabacker, Edwards/Magee) better than most markets," Brandt said. Advertisement Note to cryptomaniacs I find it amusing when I read on X chatter that charting does not work on an asset like Bitcoin.🤣 Actually, Bitcoin obeys the rules of classical charting (Schabacker, Edwards/Magee) better than most markets What you think does not matter to me $BTC pic.twitter.com/NuVNhtxF4k — Peter Brandt (@PeterLBrandt) March 27, 2026 Brandt, a veteran trader with over 40 years of experience on the markets, stands to be in a better standing to make such deductions. Brandt nailed Bitcoin's price drop when he predicted in January that Bitcoin would go to $58,000 to $62,000. In a tweet on Jan. 19, Brandt wrote that "$58,000 to $62,000 is where i think it is going BTC." Advertisement This played out when Bitcoin fell from $97,000 in January to reach $60,000 in February. At the time of writing, BTC was down 5.57% in the last 24 hours to $65,828 and down 6.25% weekly. You Might Also Like Sat, 03/14/2026 - 14:18 Peter Brandt Shares Teaser as Familiar Bitcoin Pattern Builds Again on Chart By Tomiwabold Olajide The majority of cryptocurrencies are trading in the red on a daily and weekly basis. Rising U.S. Treasury yields and a stronger dollar have weighed significantly on risk assets, including cryptocurrencies and crypto-related equities. The recent market decline has seen $469.22 million in long bets liquidated, while shorts came in at $45.52 million, totaling $514.77 million. Bitcoin price Bitcoin has continued to trade between $60,000 and $75,000 in recent weeks, remaining below its October 2025 all-time high of around $126,000 after a market sell-off on Oct. 10. You Might Also Like Fri, 03/27/2026 - 07:14 Bitcoin Might Never Drop Below $59K Again By Alex Dovbnya About $14 billion of Bitcoin options are set to expire Friday, as measured by the number of outstanding contracts, referred to as open interest. The quarterly rollover wipes out close to 40% of open positions on the dominant Deribit exchange. A rise could push Bitcoin above $75,000, triggering further gains as bearish positions unwind. If declines continue, Bitcoin may retest the $60,000 support. #Bitcoin #Peter Brandt #Bitcoin Price Prediction