Catenaa, Thursday, January 30, 2025 – A report from multinational bank Standard Chartered predicts that Bitcoin’s price could reach $200,000 by the end of 2025, driven by increased institutional investments, particularly from pension funds.
The Wednesday note highlights that institutional inflows into Bitcoin have surged, bolstered by the approval of Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) last year. These vehicles allow institutions to gain exposure to Bitcoin without managing the complexities of storing the digital asset directly.
The bank forecasts an even greater influx of capital in 2025, with pension funds expected to play a significant role. “Institutional flows into BTC in 2025 are anticipated to exceed 2024 levels,” the report states, suggesting continued momentum in the cryptocurrency market.
Bitcoin recently hit an all-time high of $108,786, supported by the approval of 10 Bitcoin ETFs in January 2024 and the election of crypto-friendly President Donald Trump in November.
Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency, may also benefit from institutional interest. The report anticipates Ethereum’s price reaching $10,000 by the end of 2025. While Ethereum ETFs have yet to drive the same rapid price growth seen with Bitcoin, their presence underscores the growing mainstream adoption of digital assets.
Standard Chartered’s analysis suggests that sustained institutional interest, particularly from long-term investment vehicles like pension funds, could solidify cryptocurrency as a key asset class in the financial sector.
