The last quarter of the year has included the most exciting bitcoin trading of the entire year, but the rest of the year will likely see a lull in trading and a consolidation around current levels. Any fall down below $400 will represent further price softness into the New Year, it seems.
However, since we are now on the cusp of two holidays – both Christmas and the New Year – trading volume will decrease on all markets, including Bitcoin, likely leading to further price uncertainty.
https://www.cryptocoinsnews.com/holidays-signal-quiet-bitcoin-price-through-years-end/