Bitcoin’s rally reflects recent favorable macroeconomic factors, particularly from the U.S. Positive sentiment following the election of pro-crypto candidates has energized mainstream adoption of digital assets. Additionally, recent hints suggest that the U.S. may approve purchasing up to 1 million Bitcoins over the next five years as part of a strategic approach to manage national debt.
This surge in interest is further fueled by recent rate cuts by the Federal Reserve and the Bank of England, encouraging investors to move from gold to crypto for potentially higher returns. In the past five weeks alone, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs, led by BlackRock’s IBIT, recorded over $7.3 billion in cash inflows, underscoring institutional confidence in BTC.
As Bitcoin posted its highest weekly close in history, it appears to be entering a parabolic rally that may define the current macro bull market phase. Veteran trader Peter Brandt draws parallels between Bitcoin's current price action and that of gold from 2010 to 2024, suggesting a potential long-term target for Bitcoin at $260,000. Brandt anticipates Bitcoin will remain in price discovery until mid-2025, when it may transition into the next bearish cycle.
With increasing institutional backing and macroeconomic factors aligning, the outlook for Bitcoin remains promising as it continues to capture the attention of both retail and institutional investors alike.