Analysts debate whether Bitcoin is in ‘sell in May’ bear market setup

Some analysts argue that a comparatively broadened, institutionalized buyer base for crypto today may prevent a repeat of the drawdowns seen in May 2018 and May 2022

OttoTrader publishedMay 18, 2026, 11:08 AM

Original source timeMay 18, 2026, 5:06 AM

UpdatedMay 18, 2026, 11:08 AM

Source publicationCointelegraph

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Some analysts argue that a comparatively broadened, institutionalized buyer base for crypto today may prevent a repeat of the drawdowns seen in May 2018 and May 2022 Analysts debate whether Bitcoin is in ‘sell in May’ bear market setup

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Market context around BTC can change volatility, liquidity, or sentiment. The concrete detail to watch is some analysts argue that a comparatively broadened, institutionalized buyer base for crypto today may prevent a repeat of the drawdowns seen in May 2018 and May 2022

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Use this as watchful context from cointelegraph.com. Watch whether analysts debate whether Bitcoin is in ‘sell in May’ bear market setup confirms momentum, invalidates active bias, or changes timing.

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