NAIROBI (CoinChapter.com)—Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) are the subjects of bold market predictions. Analysts predict Bitcoin will soar to $150,000 and Ethereum will climb to $5,000, citing strong institutional interest, technical indicators, and market dynamics.
Bitcoin Aims for $150K as Big Players Drive Momentum
Bitcoin is currently trading at $104,959.98, up 3.19% over the past 24 hours. The leading cryptocurrency has gained over 130% year-to-date, with analysts pointing to continued upside potential. Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, predicts BTC could reach $150,000 by mid-2025, citing surging institutional interest and retail demand as key drivers.
Stock-to-flow analyst PlanB offers a more immediate forecast, predicting Bitcoin could hit $150,000 by the end of this month. Other investors are even more bullish. BlockTower founder Ari Paul suggests BTC could rise as high as $500,000 in the not-too-distant future, underscoring its potential as a macroeconomic hedge.
Institutional adoption is reshaping Bitcoin’s market. Spot ETFs and direct holdings by major players have added liquidity and attracted smaller investors. Bitcoin’s recent breakthrough above $100,000 created a psychological boost, intensifying buying pressure.
Stubborn inflation and geopolitical instability further strengthen Bitcoin’s appeal as a store of value. Analysts believe a potential pro-crypto administration under Donald Trump could enhance regulatory clarity, driving even more investor confidence. Despite potential short-term sell-offs, Green emphasized these corrections are healthy and pave the way for sustained growth.
Ethereum Targets $5K with ETF Inflows and Bullish Signals
Ethereum is positioned for a rally above $5,000, with analysts pointing to technical indicators and institutional inflows. The price of ETH recently hit $3,977 and is now just 18% below its previous all-time high of $4,800.
Analysts, including Titan of Crypto, have identified $5,000 as a “minimum target,” citing fractal patterns that historically predict upward momentum.
ETH’s close correlation with Bitcoin’s price trajectory also supports bullish forecasts. BTC’s surge past $100,000 this month has created favorable conditions for Ethereum to follow suit.
Additionally, an emerging golden cross on the ETH/USD chart signals more upside potential. Historical data shows such patterns previously led to significant gains, with ETH rising over 2,300% during the 2021 bull market.
Institutional interest continues to grow. Last week, BlackRock doubled its ETH holdings, purchasing $500 million worth of Ether, according to Arkham Intelligence. According to Dune Analytics, inflows into ETH ETFs also hit a record $698 million last week. This institutional momentum could drive Ethereum toward breaking its all-time high and beyond.
Ethereum’s daily transactions consistently exceed six million, indicating increased decentralized applications (DApps) adoption. Its $479 billion market capitalization currently surpasses that of Bank of America, emphasizing its growing dominance in the financial space.
Bitcoin and Ethereum are under close watch. Analysts forecast Bitcoin to reach $150,000 and Ethereum to target $5,000. Institutional activity, market trends, and economic conditions shape their trajectory.
