Nick Valdez looks at the previous bear markets and throws in the Sharpe Ratio to determine average bear market lengths/. Is this a year of pain or can we expect relief a lot sooner?

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The analysis highlights Bitcoin's potential breakout from a megaphone pattern, suggesting a possible bullish continuation. However, it also points to the Bitcoin Sharpe Ratio, which has entered negative territory, indicating that while the bear market might be nearing its end, risk is still high. Historically, when the Sharpe Ratio hits zero or below, it has often coincided with the final phases of bear markets and preceded significant upward moves. The data suggests that current levels are extremely oversold, with historical precedents indicating a potential reversal. Investors are advised to consider that extreme lows in the Sharpe Ratio have historically marked bottoms.

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   10 Feb 2026, 05:00 UTC

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