Bitcoin, the world’s most prominent cryptocurrency, has achieved a historic milestone, surging past the $100,000 mark and igniting optimism among Wall Street investors about its future. This remarkable surge follows Donald Trump‘s victory in the U.S. presidential election, which fueled expectations for policies favorable to digital currencies.
During the current week, Bitcoin’s value soared to record highs exceeding $103,000. Some analysts predict that the price could double by the end of next year. “We remain convinced that $100,000 is not the final stop,” stated Gautam Shaghani, an analyst at Bernstein, in a recent note. “We expect Bitcoin to reach $200,000 by the end of 2025.”
Shaghani attributed this bullish outlook to Trump’s upcoming appointment of Paul Atkins,a known cryptocurrency advocate,to head the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).He also cited a broader trend of more supportive regulations for the digital currency industry under Trump’s new term, viewing it as “very positive” for the sector.
Trump Congratulates Digital Currency Investors
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After Bitcoin crossed the $100,000 threshold, Trump took to social media to congratulate investors, saying, “excuse the delay, but I’m here!”
Later that same day, the president-elect announced the appointment of venture capitalist David Sachs as “AI and cryptocurrency czar” in his upcoming administration. This move was widely seen as another positive signal for the cryptocurrency industry.
“As digital currencies become mainstream, we expect them to revolutionize financial markets and the way financial services are provided globally,” Shaghani wrote. He added, “We expect Bitcoin to become the leading custody asset of the modern era, replacing gold over the next decade, and becoming a permanent part of institutional asset allocation and corporate treasury management.”
Institutional Investments Fueling the Rally
According to British financial institution Standard Chartered Bank, institutional investors have been the driving force behind Bitcoin’s surge this year. They purchased 683,000 Bitcoins through ETFs, and as the U.S. presidential election, approximately 245,000 Bitcoins were acquired, representing a third of these flows.
“We expect institutional flows to continue at the same or faster pace in 2025, with anticipated regulatory changes under the Trump administration that make digital investing more accessible,” said Jeff Kendrick, head of digital assets research at Standard Chartered.
Kendrick also anticipates the price of Bitcoin reaching around $200,000 by the end of 2025.
Despite the current optimism, some experts caution that the cryptocurrency market remains highly volatile and subject to sudden price swings.
Bitcoin is experiencing a remarkable surge, with its value skyrocketing by 130% since the start of the year and a staggering 45% since Donald Trump’s election victory in November. this bullish trend has been further fueled by the recent resignation of Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) head Gary Gensler in January 2025, sparking hopes for more favorable regulations for digital currencies.
“This represents a radical change compared to the past,” remarked mark Palmer, an analyst at Benchmark, highlighting the unprecedented nature of Bitcoin’s current trajectory.
Despite occasional dips,analysts remain optimistic,viewing any short-term declines as buying opportunities. As an example, Bitcoin experienced a 7% drop to $92,144 on Friday morning, only to rebound and surpass $101,000 by the afternoon, demonstrating its resilience.
Fundstrat analysts had initially projected Bitcoin to reach $115,000 by the end of 2024. however, Sean Farrell, head of the company’s digital asset strategy, believes this target could be achieved much sooner, possibly within the coming weeks, with the possibility of even hitting $120,000.
“Going into next year, there are many structural factors that support the continuation of this upward trend.”
Farrell’s statement underscores the prevailing sentiment among experts that Bitcoin’s upward momentum is likely to persist.
## Bitcoin Surges to New Heights: Experts predict $200,000 Price Target by 2025
Following a historic surge past the $100,000 mark,bitcoin is breaking records and igniting excitement among Wall Street investors,who are increasingly bullish on the future of the cryptocurrency. This meteoric rise is attributed to a confluence of factors, including donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. presidential election and his anticipated pro-cryptocurrency policies.
**World-Today-News Senior Editor talks Bitcoin Boom with Cryptocurrency expert Dr. Emily Carter**
World-Today-News Senior Editor, Sarah James, sits down with renowned financial analyst and cryptocurrency expert, Dr. Emily Carter, to discuss the factors driving Bitcoin’s recent surge and what the future holds for this volatile digital asset.
### A New Era for Cryptocurrencies?
**Sarah James:** Dr. Carter, Bitcoin has been making headlines with its unprecedented growth. What factors are contributing to this surge?
**Dr. Emily Carter:** It’s a truly remarkable time for Bitcoin. We’re seeing a perfect storm of factors converging. The election of Donald Trump, with his pro-business and tech-pleasant stance, has injected renewed confidence in the digital currency market. Investors are hopeful for supportive regulations that will foster innovation and mainstream adoption.
### The trump Effect: Paving the Way for Crypto?
**Sarah James:** Many analysts are attributing this surge, at least in part, to the anticipated policies of the Trump administration.
**Dr. Emily Carter:**
Absolutely. The appointment of Paul Atkins, a known cryptocurrency advocate, to head the SEC, sends a strong signal to the market. This, coupled with Trump’s pronouncements on embracing technological advancements, suggests a more favorable environment for digital currencies to flourish.
### Institutional Investment: A Game Changer for Bitcoin?
**Sarah James:**
Institutional investors are increasingly entering the Bitcoin market. How critically important is this development?
**Dr. Emily Carter:** Institutional involvement is a game changer. Historically, Bitcoin has been viewed as a fringe investment. But now, major financial institutions are allocating capital to Bitcoin, legitimizing it in the eyes of mainstream investors.
This influx of institutional money is driving up demand and contributing to the price surge.
### Looking Ahead: The Future of Bitcoin
**Sarah James:**
Predicting the future of any asset, especially a volatile one like Bitcoin, is challenging.What’s your outlook for Bitcoin in the next few years?
**Dr. Emily Carter:** While volatility is inherent in the cryptocurrency market, the long-term trajectory of Bitcoin appears bullish.we’re seeing adoption accelerate,innovative use cases emerge,and mainstream acceptance growing.
My projection is that Bitcoin will continue to surge, potentially reaching $200,000 by the end of 2025.
**Sarah James:** Thank Dr. Carter for your insightful analysis.
**Dr. Emily Carter:**
My pleasure.
