{
  "id": 14477718,
  "title": "Bitcoin Just Posted Its Best Q3 Since 2017. If History Is Any Guide, Here's What Comes Next for Bitcoin.",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/bitcoin-just-posted-its-best-q3-since-2017-if-history-is-any-guide",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-10-14T14:42:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Motley Fool",
    "slug": "motley-fool",
    "url": "https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/10/14/bitcoin-just-posted-its-best-q3-since-2017-if-hist/?source=iedfolrf0000001"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Bitcoin has delivered its most robust third quarter since 2017, sparking optimism among investors. This follows a period of considerable gains, with the cryptocurrency showing impressive momentum this year. Historical data suggests that Q3 is usually one of Bitcoin's weaker quarters, averaging a mere 9% increase. Nevertheless, the recent surge of 43% in Q3 2026 has many analysts excited about the potential for a significant upward trend in the coming year. Historically, Q4 stands out as the most lucrative quarter for Bitcoin, with a strong average return. Currently, Bitcoin is trading around $85,000, having rebounded from a July dip below $60,000. Some analysts even predict that Bitcoin could reach $100,000 by the end of the year. While historical patterns indicate a bullish outlook for Bitcoin, it's essential to remember that past performance does not guarantee future results.",
  "summary": "The crypto's strong performance significantly raises the probability of a rally in 2027.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Nasdaq Markets",
        "title": "Bitcoin Just Posted Its Best Q3 Since 2017. If History Is Any Guide, Here's What Comes Next for Bitcoin.",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/bitcoin-just-posted-its-best-q3-since-2017-if-history-is-any-guide-14479088",
        "published": "2026-10-14T15:02:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}