Standard Chartered doubles down on $100,000 Bitcoin target despite company BTC sales

Standard Chartered said its end-2026 Bitcoin target remains $100,000 and argued that recent Bitcoin weakness is tied to Strategy’s unclear shift from its long-held policy of never selling BTC. The bank said Strategy appears to be using Bitcoin as backing for its STRC perpetual preferred stock, and that clearer communication could reduce pressure on BTC. It also noted Strategy recently sold 3,588 BTC as the market reacts to the company’s new monetization and reserve strategy.
AI Analysis
The article reiterates a bullish Bitcoin price target and calls BTC a strong buy, but the main catalyst is a strategic shift by one company and a recent sale of 3,588 BTC rather than a broader market event.