Kalshi Thinks Bitcoin Price Will Reach $97K in 2026, but Not This Month

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What happened

Traders on Kalshi now give bitcoin roughly a 46% chance of topping $100,000 before year-end, even as their bets on a September breakout cool with bitcoin’s price back near $86,200.

The Number on the Screen Kalshi, the U.S.

Key facts

  • Traders on Kalshi now give bitcoin roughly a 46% chance of topping $100,000 before year-end, even as their bets on a September breakout cool with bitcoin’s price back near $86,200.
  • Reported by Bitcoin.com and published Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:30:18 UTC.

Why it matters

Digital-asset markets react to catalysts within minutes, and liquidity, ETF flows and regulatory signals are usually what decide whether a move sticks.

What to watch next

  • Whether spot volume and open interest confirm the move
  • Liquidation clusters around the current price
  • ETF flow data and any regulatory follow-up

Coverage timeline

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