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This latest Bitcoin four-year cycle began two years ago. In 2023, the first year of the current cycle, Bitcoin showed a growth of +155.4%. Last year, it slightly declined to +121.1%. Historically, Bitcoin shows massive growth in the third year of a cycle. In 2013, BTC reported a growth of +5,435%, and in 2017, a surge of +1,369%. Interestingly, a New York Investment bank, H.C. Wainwright predicts that the Bitcoin price could reach as high as $225,000 this year. Let’s dive in for more details.
Bitcoin Price Target Raised to $225,000
Earlier, the investment bank had a less optimistic view of the growth of Bitcoin; its initial BTC growth target was as low as $145,000. Reports say that factors like regulatory clarity, institutional adoption and increased demand have prompted the bank to reconsider its growth target. Now, the bank forecasts that the BTC price could touch a high of $225,000 in 2025.
Crypto Regulatory Clarity Fuels Optimism
The political scenario in the US shifted in favour of the cryptocurrency sector when pro-crypto candidate Donald Trump defeated Kamala Harris, who represented a crypto-skeptic regime. The favourable election result has influenced the entire crypto market immensely. Since November 5, the total market cap of the cryptocurrency sector has grown by at least 49.77%.
It is expected that the Trump administration will implement policies and acts necessary to liberate the crypto sector from the clutches of excessive regulation.
Reports say that acts like the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act may unlock sidelined institutional capital.
Institutional Adoption and Bitcoin ETF Success
In early 2024, the US approved Bitcoin ETFs. The ETF sector has gained tremendous attention, and accumulated significant assets under management. Several prominent hedge funds have entered the sector.
Impact of Bitcoin Halving on Market Dynamics
The 2024 Bitcoin halving event helped the asset to strengthen its deflationary value. BTC has even emerged as a strong competitor to Gold. Right now, the total market capitalisation of Bitcoin is $1,914,664,045,778. Reports say that the BTC market cap could grow as high as $4.5 trillion (about 25% of gold’s market cap).
Broader Crypto Market Growth
The cryptocurrency market capitalisation currently remains at $3.31T. Since November 5, it has surged by over 49.77%. At one point in December, 2024, it even touched a peak of $3.73T.
Reports suggest that the market could grow to around $10 trillion by 2025.
In conclusion, Bitcoin’s journey to $225,000 highlights its growing integration into global markets.