Financial analytics firm Coalition Greenwich has announced its 10 trading trends for 2025. The vast majority of these trends focus on developments in the cryptocurrency market. Analysts predict that cryptocurrencies will become more integrated into the mainstream financial world and establish a closer relationship with the traditional financial system in 2025. This transition is expected to have significant impacts on financial markets.
Crypto ETFs Will Be More Influential in the Market
The first trend in the report states that the impact of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) will grow. "Asset managers and owners have discovered that ETFs are an excellent distribution vehicle for almost every asset class," analysts say. Drawing attention to the rapidly increasing interest in cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, Coalition Greenwich predicts that crypto ETFs will further expand their market share. Bitcoin ETFs currently hold 6% of Bitcoin's total supply, and by 2025, this rate is likely to increase even further.
The Link Between DeFi and Traditional Finance (TradFi) Will Strengthen
The report emphasizes that the relationship between DeFi (Decentralized Finance) and traditional finance (TradFi) will grow stronger. According to analysts, DeFi mechanisms will be used to provide access to traditional financial assets. This relationship will become increasingly close. Coalition Greenwich makes a statement saying, "The scenario has changed. TradFi companies now provide access to TradFi assets with DeFi tools." This development indicates a major transformation in the financial world. It is stated that hedge funds in particular are accelerating this integration. The report also states that the asset differences between Solana and Ethereum are evaluated. However, some hedge fund managers emphasize that traditional financial institutions investing in cryptocurrencies may cause difficulties because DeFi regulations are incomplete. Nevertheless, it is stated that some companies are experimenting in this area in order to generate more income.
Interest in Derivatives Will Increase
Another important trend is that trading in the derivatives market will continue to increase. It is observed that the demand for crypto derivatives is increasing rapidly. Analysts predict that major innovations will occur in the derivatives market. In particular, with Trump creating a crypto-friendly regulatory environment, more crypto ETFs are expected to be launched. It is also stated that interest in Bitcoin options is increasing. According to analysts' estimates, the volume of Bitcoin options will exceed $ 14 billion by the end of 2025, and the vast majority of these options will consist of transactions made with bullish expectations. This situation shows that crypto options will gain momentum more quickly in the future.
Predictions and Market Expectations for 2025
In its 2025 forecasts, Coalition Greenwich points out that the cryptocurrency market will be variable with regulations, trade trends, and financial innovations. 2025 is described as the most unpredictable year since the pandemic. However, the increasing activity in the sector seems to generate more interest in the future. Cryptocurrencies, DeFi, and derivative markets are expected to gain an important place in the mainstream financial world.
In conclusion, 2025 could be an exciting year for the crypto ecosystem. The changing dynamics in the market will encourage investors to be more careful and strategic. The emergence of cryptocurrencies, DeFi, and derivatives markets as an important part of traditional finance will play a critical role in the development of the market.