Here's the 1 Crypto I'd Buy if I Could Only Pick 1
Written by Dominic Basulto for The Motley Fool -> Bitcoin has several key catalysts that could propel it much higher in the second half of 2026. In 2022, Bitcoin collapsed in value before eventually recovering to hit a price of $100,000 in 2024. While a handful of new cryptocu
Bitcoin has several key catalysts that could propel it much higher in the second half of 2026.
In 2022, Bitcoin collapsed in value before eventually recovering to hit a price of $100,000 in 2024.
While a handful of new cryptocurrencies are outperforming Bitcoin this year, they may not have long-term staying power.
Heading into summer 2026, some crypto investors are pondering whether they should chase after the blistering hot returns of new, unproven cryptocurrencies, or put their faith in longtime market stalwarts with proven track records.
I'm in the second camp. I'm investing for the long term, and that's why I'm picking Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) as the one cryptocurrency to buy if I could pick only one.
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Most importantly, Bitcoin has a historical track record that no other cryptocurrency can match. In six of the past 10 years, it has delivered returns of 80% or higher. And it has never had back-to-back losing years. While there are no guarantees, that leads me to think that Bitcoin, down 44% from its all-time high in 2025, may be on the cusp of a major recovery.
In fact, I've already predicted that Bitcoin will hit $120,000 this year . That optimism is primarily based on new momentum around the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (aka the Clarity Act) in Congress. In addition, in the face of hostilities in the Middle East, the "digital gold" investment thesis for Bitcoin is making a triumphant return.
