Investment firm VanEck expects Bitcoin to reach $180,000 by 2025. This ambitious forecast is supported by increasing institutional demand and positive developments in market conditions.$BTC
Analysts note that this expectation is shaped not only by the post-halving effects, but also by Donald Trump’s crypto-friendly policies and changes in the political climate. “There is no longer any technical resistance, and we expect Bitcoin to reach all-time highs in the next two quarters,” said Matthew Sigel of VanEck.
VanEck predicts Bitcoin will reach $180,000 by 2025. While this target will be driven by institutional interest and market dynamics, political changes will also play an important role.
The recent rise in Bitcoin’s price reflects its sensitivity to political developments and institutional sentiment. Following Donald Trump’s election victory, Bitcoin gained nearly 30%. This shows that political events and investor confidence directly affect the interest in cryptocurrencies.
On November 13, Bitcoin rose to as high as $93,490, according to TradingView data. However, this momentum saw a brief correction and was trading at around $88,100 as of November 15. This reflects a 1.48% drop in the 24-hour period. Nevertheless, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) remains strong, suggesting that the market is currently overbought but the uptrend is ongoing.
Such fluctuations show how Bitcoin’s value is affected by regulatory frameworks and national policies, so it is important to closely monitor the political landscape.
VanEck’s $180,000 target for Bitcoin is based on increasing institutional interest. Matthew Sigel says that investment advisors who were previously cautious about cryptocurrencies have started to adopt Bitcoin as a diversification tool in their portfolios. “There has been increased demand from investors who want to go from zero to 1 percent or from 1 percent to 3 percent,” Sigel says.
This increased institutional interest is creating a significant shift in the perception of Bitcoin, making it more legitimate as a mainstream investment vehicle. These moves could be supported by further price appreciation and large capital inflows as institutional investors move forward with their digital asset allocations.
Looking at Bitcoin’s past performance, it is seen that the price has increased especially in post-election periods. In 2020, the value of Bitcoin doubled in a few months after the election. Sigel draws attention to these past trends and states that Bitcoin is in an environment that could pave the way for reaching $180,000.
Additionally, as institutions begin to invest more in cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin’s potential to capitalize on this momentum increases. This sentiment is also in line with Standard Chartered’s projection, which predicts that the cryptocurrency market could reach $10 trillion by 2026. This growth could particularly benefit from crypto-friendly policies that could be implemented under a GOP administration.
Despite the positive forecasts, there are also some doubts about Bitcoin’s long-term sustainability. Peter Schiff, in particular, has criticized Bitcoin’s validity, saying, “Bitcoin only poses a threat to those who hold it or invest in it.” Schiff argues that cryptocurrencies may face greater hurdles as they mature.
These criticisms warn investors about the inherent risks of cryptocurrencies and call for a cautious approach when investing in digital assets.
