Bangkok: Bitget anticipates Bitcoin reaching the $150,000 mark by the third quarter of 2025, buoyed by institutional investment and the U.S. Federal Reserve’s potential interest rate cuts. The cryptocurrency exchange projects a significant influx of capital into Bitcoin ETF funds as companies in the stock market integrate Bitcoin into their balance sheets.
According to Thai News Agency, Bitget’s forecast hinges on institutional investors’ growing interest, particularly from prominent stock market companies, and the continuous flow of investments into Bitcoin ETFs. Additionally, positive sentiments, such as Donald Trump’s endorsement of crypto regulations, are expected to sustain Bitcoin’s upward trajectory. The anticipated rate cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve in September and a weakening U.S. dollar further bolster this optimistic outlook. Gracie Chen, Managing Director of Bitget, expressed confidence in Bitcoin reaching a new high this week, with the price potentially hitting $150,000 within the year.
Institutional investors are increasingly drawn to on-chain alternative assets like BlackRock’s BUIDL fund, highlighting the rise of tokenized financial products such as government bonds. These assets are gaining traction among professional investors, demonstrated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority’s approval of the QCD Money Market Fund, the first tokenized money market fund in the DIFC, supported by Qatar National Bank and DMZ Finance. Analysts predict the global market for Real World Assets (RWAs) could reach a staggering $18.9 trillion by 2033.
Ryan Lee, Head of Analysis at Bitget Research, noted that Bitcoin investment flows through ETFs are increasing by over $2.5 billion weekly, significantly influencing Bitcoin’s price. However, he cautioned that risks such as geopolitical tensions, interest rate fluctuations, and profit-taking at high price levels could impact the market. The development of crypto regulations remains a crucial factor supporting the market’s growth.
Ethereum is also poised for substantial growth, driven by ETF investments and the expansion of DeFi activities. It is expected to average around $3,800 in the third quarter, with a potential rise to $5,000 if it surpasses the $3,700 resistance level.