Bitcoin price on Apr 3, 2026 at 5pm EDT?
Short Answer
Both the model and the market expect Bitcoin's price to be $55,300 or above on Apr 3, 2026 at 5pm EDT, with no compelling evidence of mispricing.
1. Executive Verdict
- MVRV Z-score analysis suggests Bitcoin will be past its cycle peak.
- US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded net outflows in Q1 2026.
- March 2026 Bitcoin options indicated demand for downside protection.
- Call interest significantly diminished above $80,000 for March 2026 options.
Who Wins and Why
| Outcome | Market | Model | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| $66,300 or above | 79.0% | 72.7% | Bitcoin is expected to be past its cycle peak by April 2026, entering a corrective phase. |
| $67,300 or above | 67.0% | 58.9% | MVRV Z-score analysis suggests Bitcoin will likely be past its cycle peak by April 2026. |
| $66,800 or above | 75.0% | 68.0% | Q1 2026 ETF outflows are expected to contribute to a post-peak market correction. |
| $68,300 or above | 46.0% | 37.3% | Evidence suggests Bitcoin will likely be past its cycle peak by April 2026. |
| $67,800 or above | 56.0% | 47.2% | MVRV Z-score analysis indicates a likely post-peak corrective phase for Bitcoin by April 2026. |
2. Market Behavior & Price Dynamics
Historical Price (Probability)
Outcome probability
Date
This prediction market has exhibited a stable, sideways trend since its inception, trading within an exceptionally narrow range of 95.0% to 99.0% probability for a "YES" outcome. The market opened at 95.0% and saw one notable movement early in its history, a jump to 98.0%, where it has largely remained. This sustained high probability suggests that market participants have an extremely strong and stable conviction that the conditions for a "YES" resolution will be met. The overall price action reflects a firm consensus with very little volatility or disagreement among traders.
Key price levels have been established during this period. The opening price of 95.0% has acted as a firm support level, with the market showing no indication of dropping back to that point after its initial rise. The 98.0% to 99.0% zone has formed a clear resistance ceiling. Total traded volume stands at 877 contracts, which is moderate and suggests that while there is interest, the market is not subject to heavy, continuous trading. The stability of the price despite this moderate volume indicates that existing sentiment is not being significantly challenged. As no specific news or external developments were provided, the initial shift from 95% to 98% cannot be attributed to a particular catalyst and is likely reflective of early market pricing and sentiment solidifying shortly after the market opened.
3. Market Data
Contract Snapshot
This market resolves to Yes if the simple average of the sixty seconds of CF Benchmarks' Bitcoin Real-Time Index (BRTI) before 5 PM EDT on April 3, 2026, is above $68,299.99; otherwise, it resolves to No. The market closes and the official value is determined by this average at 5 PM EDT on April 3, 2026, with payouts projected shortly thereafter. The outcome is specifically verified from CF Benchmarks.
Available Contracts
Market options and current pricing
| Outcome bucket | Yes (price) | No (price) | Last trade probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| $55,800 or above | $1.00 | $0.01 | 99% |
| $56,300 or above | $1.00 | $0.01 | 99% |
| $59,300 or above | $1.00 | $0.03 | 99% |
| $59,800 or above | $1.00 | $0.03 | 99% |
| $60,800 or above | $1.00 | $0.04 | 99% |
| $55,300 or above | $1.00 | $0.01 | 98% |
| $56,800 or above | $1.00 | $0.02 | 98% |
| $57,800 or above | $1.00 | $0.02 | 98% |
| $63,300 or above | $0.97 | $0.08 | 98% |
| $58,300 or above | $1.00 | $0.03 | 97% |
| $58,800 or above | $1.00 | $0.03 | 97% |
| $62,300 or above | $0.97 | $0.06 | 97% |
| $57,300 or above | $1.00 | $0.02 | 96% |
| $60,300 or above | $1.00 | $0.04 | 96% |
| $62,800 or above | $0.98 | $0.07 | 96% |
| $61,300 or above | $1.00 | $0.05 | 95% |
| $61,800 or above | $0.97 | $0.05 | 95% |
| $64,300 or above | $0.93 | $0.09 | 94% |
| $64,800 or above | $0.92 | $0.11 | 93% |
| $63,800 or above | $0.97 | $0.08 | 92% |
| $65,300 or above | $0.88 | $0.14 | 85% |
| $65,800 or above | $0.86 | $0.17 | 82% |
| $66,300 or above | $0.81 | $0.21 | 79% |
| $66,800 or above | $0.74 | $0.27 | 75% |
| $67,300 or above | $0.68 | $0.33 | 67% |
| $67,800 or above | $0.58 | $0.43 | 56% |
| $68,300 or above | $0.47 | $0.54 | 46% |
| $68,800 or above | $0.43 | $0.58 | 43% |
| $69,300 or above | $0.32 | $0.69 | 32% |
| $69,800 or above | $0.25 | $0.78 | 23% |
| $70,300 or above | $0.21 | $0.85 | 16% |
| $70,800 or above | $0.16 | $0.90 | 16% |
| $71,300 or above | $0.11 | $0.90 | 11% |
| $71,800 or above | $0.08 | $0.95 | 11% |
| $72,300 or above | $0.07 | $0.95 | 7% |
| $72,800 or above | $0.05 | $0.97 | 5% |
| $73,300 or above | $0.04 | $0.98 | 4% |
| $74,300 or above | $0.03 | $1.00 | 3% |
| $74,800 or above | $0.02 | $1.00 | 3% |
| $76,300 or above | $0.02 | $1.00 | 3% |
| $77,800 or above | $0.01 | $1.00 | 3% |
| $73,800 or above | $0.04 | $1.00 | 2% |
| $75,800 or above | $0.02 | $1.00 | 2% |
| $76,800 or above | $0.02 | $1.00 | 2% |
| $77,300 or above | $0.02 | $1.00 | 2% |
| $78,300 or above | $0.01 | $1.00 | 2% |
| $78,800 or above | $0.01 | $1.00 | 2% |
| $75,300 or above | $0.03 | $1.00 | 1% |
| $79,300 or above | $0.01 | $1.00 | 1% |
| $79,800 or above | $0.01 | $1.00 | 1% |
Market Discussion
Limited public discussion available for this market.
4. How Do Bitcoin ETF Inflows Compare to Gold ETF's Early Performance?
| Bitcoin ETF Q1 2026 Net Flows | Overall net outflows [^] |
|---|---|
| Bitcoin ETF March 2026 Net Inflows | $1.3 billion [^] |
| Gold ETF (GLD) First 3 Years Capital | Over $13 billion [^] |
US spot Bitcoin ETFs ended Q1 2026 with overall net outflows [^] . Despite a significant positive shift in March 2026, which saw $1.3 billion in net inflows, marking the first monthly inflows for these funds since October 2025 [^], the quarter still concluded in the red. This was due to substantial net outflows during January and February 2026 that offset March's positive performance [^]. Daily fluctuations also persisted, including a $52.1 million net outflow recorded on March 20, 2026 [^].
Gold ETFs significantly outpaced Bitcoin ETFs in initial capital absorption. The first U.S.-traded gold ETF, SPDR Gold Shares (GLD), launched in November 2004 [^]. Within its first three years, by November 2007, GLD had attracted more than $13 billion in assets [^]. This historical performance provides a benchmark for evaluating the long-term capital accumulation trends for commodity-backed exchange-traded funds.
5. What Do Bitcoin MVRV Z-Scores Predict for the Current Cycle?
| 2016-2018 Cycle MVRV Z-Score Peak | Above 7 (approx. 17 months post-halving) [^] |
|---|---|
| 2020-2022 Cycle MVRV Z-Score Peak | Approx. 3-4 (11 and 18 months post-halving) [^] |
| 2024-2026 Cycle Potential Peak | April to October 2025 (12-18 months post-halving) [^] |
The MVRV Z-Score helps determine if Bitcoin is overvalued or undervalued. This long-term on-chain indicator historically signals major market tops when scores exceed 7 [^]. Following the July 2016 halving, Bitcoin's price peaked in December 2017, approximately 17 months later. During this period, the MVRV Z-Score surged significantly above 7, indicating an overheated market [^].
The 2020 halving cycle showed a more moderate MVRV Z-Score pattern. After the May 2020 halving, Bitcoin experienced considerable price growth, and its MVRV Z-Score peaked twice within the 24-month window. The first peak occurred around April 2021 (11 months post-halving) and the second in November 2021 (18 months post-halving) [^]. Both of these peaks reached magnitudes of approximately 3-4, which was less extreme than the above-7 levels observed in the 2017 cycle, potentially suggesting a more mature market [^].
A future cycle peak may occur between April and October 2025. Looking towards the 24 months after the April 2024 halving, historical trends suggest that significant price rallies typically occur 12 to 18 months post-halving [^]. This could place a potential cycle peak for Bitcoin, marked by a higher MVRV Z-Score, within this timeframe. While scores above 7 have historically marked extreme tops, the 2020-2022 cycle demonstrated that scores around 3-4 can also signify significant market highs, implying the 2024-2026 cycle's peak Z-Score could fall within this range [^].
6. What is the Market-Implied Probability for the March 2026 Fed Rate?
| March 2026 Rate Hold Probability | 96% (CME FedWatch Tool) [^] |
|---|---|
| March 2026 Rate Cut Probability | Low probability [^] |
| Consensus Target Range vs 3.00% | Not detailed, impossible to determine (Research findings) [^] |
Market analysis suggests a high probability of a Federal Funds Rate hold. The CME FedWatch Tool indicates a 96% chance that the Federal Funds Rate target range will remain unchanged following the March 2026 FOMC meeting [^]. This outlook is further supported by other reports that also point to a low probability of a Fed rate cut in March [^]. The remaining 4% probability is therefore likely distributed among a minimal chance of a rate cut or other potential adjustments.
Current data does not specify the projected Federal Funds Rate range. The provided research results do not identify the exact Federal Funds Rate target range that is expected to be maintained with this 96% probability. As a result, without this crucial information, it is not possible to determine from the given sources whether the market consensus for the Federal Funds Rate target range following the March 2026 FOMC meeting is projected to be above or below 3.00%.
7. Did Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Accumulate from Oct 2025 to Mar 2026?
| LTH Accumulation Strength | Strengthened in October 2025 as Bitcoin surpassed $120,000 [^] |
|---|---|
| Late 2025 Market Sentiment | Cautions, 'market hedged in fear' [^] |
| March 2026 Market Status | 'Awaiting liquidity' [^] |
Bitcoin Long-Term Holders demonstrated overall net accumulation from October 2025 to March 2026. The initial phase of this period, specifically October 2025, showed strong accumulation trends, as Long-Term Holders actively absorbed Bitcoin supply when its price surpassed $120,000 [^]. This strong initial activity signified substantial supply absorption by experienced holders in the market.
Subsequent market analyses indicated caution, not significant LTH distribution. In the weeks following October 2025, market observations noted a 'lacking conviction,' a 'market hedged in fear,' and an 'early Black Friday' event [^]. While these reports highlighted increased caution or potential volatility, they did not explicitly identify widespread distribution by the Long-Term Holder cohort itself.
By March 2026, the market awaited liquidity, affirming LTH accumulation. The market was described as being in a state of anticipation [^], rather than exhibiting strong directional movements of aggressive accumulation or significant distribution from Long-Term Holders. Considering the initial strengthening of accumulation and the sustained absence of clear indicators for widespread LTH distribution later in the period, the net position change for Bitcoin's LTH cohort from October 2025 to March 2026 ultimately points to overall accumulation, though potentially at a modulated rate following the strong initial absorption.
8. What were the key trends in Bitcoin options for March 2026?
| Total Open Interest | $43.75 billion to $45.1 billion (early March 2026) [^] |
|---|---|
| Largest Call Concentrations | $72,000, $75,000, and $80,000 strike prices (March 2026 expiry) [^] |
| Largest Put Concentrations | $60,000 strike price (March 2026 expiry) [^] |
Bitcoin options for Q1 2026 saw significant call open interest. As of March 1, 2026, and throughout the first week of March, Bitcoin options contracts on Deribit expiring at the end of Q1 2026 (March expiry) recorded a total open interest between $43.75 billion and $45.1 billion [^]. Call options were notably dominant across the platform [^]. The largest concentrations of open interest for this period were identified at the $72,000 [^], $75,000 [^], and $80,000 [^] call strike prices. The $75,000 call strike, specifically, amassed open interest equivalent to 12,500 BTC [^], and by late March, its notional value reached $2.8 billion [^]. For put options, significant open interest was observed at the $60,000 strike, reportedly acquired by Bitcoin ETF holders as "crash insurance" ahead of the March 2026 expiry [^].
Negative 25-delta skew indicated strong fear of price declines. The 25-delta skew for the March 2026 expiry showed a negative bias during early March [^]. This negative skew signified higher implied volatility for out-of-the-money put options compared to out-of-the-money call options [^]. This market behavior highlighted a substantial concern for downside protection among traders, pointing to a sentiment reflecting "fear of a crash" rather than "greed for a rally" [^]. While this negative bias persisted through March, it moderated slightly later in the month, yet still implied an ongoing demand for protection against price declines [^].
9. What Could Change the Odds
Key Catalysts
Catalyst analysis unavailable.
Key Dates & Catalysts
- Strike Date: April 03, 2026
- Expiration: April 10, 2026
- Closes: April 03, 2026
10. Decision-Flipping Events
- Trigger: Catalyst analysis unavailable.
12. Historical Resolutions
Historical Resolutions: 20 markets in this series
Outcomes: 0 resolved YES, 20 resolved NO
Recent resolutions:
- KXBTCD-26APR0119-T75799.99: NO (Apr 01, 2026)
- KXBTCD-26APR0119-T75699.99: NO (Apr 01, 2026)
- KXBTCD-26APR0119-T75599.99: NO (Apr 01, 2026)
- KXBTCD-26APR0119-T75499.99: NO (Apr 01, 2026)
- KXBTCD-26APR0119-T75399.99: NO (Apr 01, 2026)
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