Investors who maintain their Bitcoin (BTC) holdings for a minimum of three years have historically experienced a significant reduction in losses, with a probability of just 0.70% of being in the red. This finding, shared by André Dragosch, head of research at Bitwise Europe, highlights the benefits of long-term investment in Bitcoin.
Data from Bitwise indicates that nearly all three-year rolling entry points in Bitcoin's price history, from July 2010 to February 2026, have been profitable. For those holding BTC for five years, the risk of loss decreases to 0.2%, and it drops to 0% after ten years. In contrast, traders who bought Bitcoin within the last three years are facing higher risks, with a 47.1% chance of incurring losses for intraday purchases.
As of now, Bitcoin is trading around $65,000, significantly lower than its peak in October 2025. Investors who bought Bitcoin within a three-to-five-year window are still enjoying approximately 90% profits, based on a realized price of $34,780. However, the recent price correction could test these holders, particularly if Bitcoin were to drop further toward $30,000, potentially impacting their profit margins.