Barclays Predicts Tepid 2026 for Crypto Without Major Catalysts

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Barclays forecasts a muted 2026 for crypto markets, with shrinking trading volumes and fading retail interest. Without major catalysts, liquidity and crypto markets remain stagnant. Coinbase and Robinhood report declining spot trading activity, a core revenue stream. The CLARITY Act may bring clarity but won’t spark immediate growth. Tokenization and regulation could drive long-term momentum, though 2026 outcomes are unclear. Countering the Financing of Terrorism remains a regulatory focus, but its market impact is limited.
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