Raoul Pal Predicts Extended Crypto Bull Run, Foresees Market Surge Into 2026

Raoul Pal, CEO of Real Vision and former Goldman Sachs executive, believes the crypto bull market could continue well beyond expectations. In his latest video update to 211,000 YouTube subscribers, he explains that the market is currently in a temporary correction but will soon enter another period of rapid price acceleration.

Pal refers to this phase as the “Banana Zone,” a term he coined for explosive crypto price growth. He expects the next surge to begin by the end of March, with significant gains unfolding in April, May, and June.

Bitcoin’s Growth Mirrors 2017 Trends

Comparing the current market cycle to 2017, Pal emphasizes the similarities in price movements. “So we had the start of the banana zone, we are now in [a] correction phase one – that happens each and every time,” he explains. He predicts that as prices rise again, the market will undergo another correction, causing panic before reaching the final peak of the cycle.

“You’ll be gripped with fear all over again. Then, we’ll have the final top into the end of the cycle,” Pal adds, suggesting that investors will likely experience emotional swings similar to past bull runs.

Pal also connects the crypto cycle to broader economic patterns. He points out that the business cycle, which tracks fluctuations in economic activity, appears to be stretching longer than usual. He suggests this could extend the bull run into 2026.

“My view is that the business cycle is taking a long time below 50. It’s starting to expand now [and] that has probably extended the cycle into 2026,” he explains. Though he stops short of making a definitive prediction, Pal believes the economic structure supports a prolonged market rally.

If his analysis proves correct, crypto investors may see new all-time highs before the cycle ultimately peaks.