"Bitcoin (BTC) enters an optimal zone for staggered buying…$86,000 in focus"

An analysis suggests that as Bitcoin (BTC) nears a key long-term support level, it has entered a range suited to dollar-cost averaging (DCA).

On the 20th (local time), crypto-focused media outlet BeInCrypto said, "BTC has fallen to around $86,000—its 720-day moving average on the daily chart—bringing it close to what has historically been an optimal dollar-cost averaging zone."

The outlet explained, "BTC’s price is currently below most moving averages since last November, and is in a phase of testing the 720-day moving average, viewed as the last major support," adding that "this range has repeatedly served as a medium- to long-term buying opportunity in the past."

It also highlighted that the network growth metric is at its lowest level in years. The outlet said, "While this may look negative in the short term, past cases show that such stagnation in network activity often appears just ahead of a major rally."

On-chain data also point to easing selling pressure. Exchange inflows of BTC from large holders (whales) plunged from about $8 billion per month as of late November 2025 to $2.74 billion at present, indicating a sharp decline in whales’ willingness to sell.

However, the outlet added that "macroeconomic uncertainties such as rising geopolitical tensions and the possibility of renewed tariff wars remain key variables for the market," and that "while a staggered buying strategy appears valid, the potential for heightened short-term volatility should be kept in mind."