VanEck Predicts Bitcoin at $180,000 and Ethereum at $6,000 in 2025

The firm’s Bitcoin prediction expects the asset to reach a mid-term high in the first quarter, followed by a new all-time high in the fourth quarter. The analysis predicts a 30% drop in Bitcoin prices after the mid-term peak, with altcoins experiencing sharper corrections of up to 60% during a summer consolidation.

However, a market recovery is expected in the fall of 2025. Major cryptocurrencies will likely regain momentum and reach previous all-time highs by year-end.

VanEck attributes this bullish Bitcoin prediction to specific market indicators. Sustained high funding rates—where traders pay premiums exceeding 10% for three months or more—reflect speculative market activity.

Additionally, the firm highlights excessive unrealized profits, where a significant percentage of Bitcoin holders see profit-to-cost ratios of 70% or higher, signaling market optimism.

Meanwhile, VanEck is not the only firm that has made such bullish predictions for the 2025 market. Bitwise also predicts Bitcoin will reach $200,000 by the end of next year, while Pantera Capital predicts $180,000 by August.

A Global Push for Bitcoin Reserve

The return of Donald Trump to the presidency has provided a notable boost to the crypto market. His administration’s appointments of pro-crypto leaders are seen as a shift away from restrictive policies and toward recognizing Bitcoin as a strategic asset.

This includes efforts to end practices like de-banking crypto companies and introduce a more supportive regulatory environment.

VanEck also foresees the establishment of Bitcoin reserves by either the federal government or individual states by 2025. States like Pennsylvania, Florida, and Texas are among the likely candidates.