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Altcoins As of February 22, 2026, Bitcoin Cash (BCH) is trading around $572, showing modest daily fluctuations of 0.3%–1% amid broader crypto market consolidation. With a market capitalization near $11.4 billion, BCH remains among the top 10–15 cryptocurrencies by size Key Takeaways BCH trades around $570, down from 2025 highs but well above 2023 lows. Most 2026 forecasts range between $650 and $850 in moderate scenarios. The Layla upgrade in May 2026 could act as a major catalyst. Key resistance sits at $620, while support holds near $542. Although the asset is down significantly from its 2025 highs near $1,200, it has recovered strongly from 2023 lows, positioning itself for a potentially pivotal year ahead. So what can investors expect from BCH in 2026? Forecasts range widely, from $450 in bearish scenarios to $1,100+ in bullish cases with most projections clustering between $650 and $850 by year-end. The outlook depends heavily on network upgrades, payment adoption, macro conditions, and overall crypto market momentum. Historical Context and Current Position Launched in August 2017 as a scalability-focused fork of Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash increased block sizes (up to 32MB) to enable faster confirmations and lower transaction fees, typically between $0.01 and $0.05 per transaction. BCH reached an all-time high of approximately $4,355 in December 2017 during the historic bull market. Since then, BCH has endured multiple market cycles, including the 2018 split that created BSV and prolonged consolidation phases. Today, circulating supply stands near 19.93 million coins out of a 21 million maximum cap, meaning most supply is already in circulation. Technically, BCH shows neutral-to-slightly bullish momentum: RSI around 54 (neutral) Emerging bullish MACD crossover Price above 200-day SMA (~$400–450) Resistance zone at $580–620 A breakout above $620 could open the path toward $650 short term, with further upside dependent on broader market…

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