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Will Bitcoin Hit $100,000 This Week ? Experts Weigh In
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Will Bitcoin Hit $100,000 This Week ? Experts Weigh In

Bitcoin is at a turning point, nearing 8% of its all-time high, sparking excitement among investors. Will it break the $100,000 mark this week? Dive into our analysis to grasp the driving forces and future prospects.

Written by Charles Ledoux

Translated on May 8, 2025 at 14:24 by Sarah

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Bitcoin Heading towards a New ATH ?

Bitcoin (BTC) captivates the markets as it hovers a few percentage points below its all-time high (ATH). At $99,000 at the time of writing, the queen of cryptocurrencies could set a new ATH this week.

Between overflowing optimism, promising on-chain data, and macroeconomic catalysts, here’s a comprehensive analysis of the short and long-term perspectives.

Currently, Bitcoin is trading around $99,000, about 8 to 9% away from its previous ATH, located between $108,000 and $109,000. This proximity fuels speculations of an imminent breakthrough, driven by several key dynamics:

  • Bullish Sentiment: The Fear & Greed Index, a key indicator of the crypto market sentiment, displays a score of 65/100, signaling “greed” conducive to bullish rallies.
  • Institutional Flows: Bitcoin spot ETFs in the US have recorded net inflows of $3 billion in the last month.
  • On-Chain Data: Bitcoin’s Realized Cap MVRV (Realized Capitalization) has increased by 0.55 since March 2025, reflecting sustained accumulation.

Catalysts for a Potential ATH

Several factors could propel Bitcoin to a new peak this week or in the weeks to come:

  • Favorable Macroeconomics: Speculations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in June 2025, mentioned by Reuters, could weaken the dollar and boost risk assets like Bitcoin.
  • Institutional Adoption: Companies like MicroStrategy continue to accumulate BTC, with a recent addition of 15,000 BTC to their portfolio, bringing their total to 279,000 BTC (source: BitInfoCharts).
  • Geopolitical Events: Adoption of Bitcoin as a reserve asset by nations like El Salvador or Arizona. Additionally, Trump is expected to announce today “big news” on tariffs.

Long-Term Perspectives

Beyond short-term speculations, influential figures in the industry anticipate a major role for Bitcoin. Michael Saylor, MicroStrategy’s CEO, stated at the 2025 Bitcoin conference:

“Bitcoin is on its way to becoming an indispensable asset class, not only for institutions but also for nation-states.”

This vision is supported by concrete data: according to Chainalysis, cross-border Bitcoin transactions increased by 22% in 2024, especially in countries with high inflation rates. If nations adopt BTC as a reserve asset, structural demand could skyrocket its value well beyond current levels.

Are Experts Agreeing on an Imminent ATH ?

Forecasts differ on the timing of a new ATH:

  • Short-Term Optimists: PlanB, known for the Stock-to-Flow model, estimates via a post on X that an ATH is “likely by end of May 2025,” citing reduced available supply (only 13% of BTC on exchanges, according to CryptoQuant).
  • Cautious Voices: Cathie Wood of ARK Invest, in an interview with CNBC, predicts an ATH in 2025 but without specifying a weekly timeframe, citing market volatility.
  • Historical Data: Post-halving bullish cycles (the last one occurring in April 2024) typically show a peak 12 to 18 months later, placing May 2025 in a critical zone.

A consensus is emerging, however: catalysts like a positive Fed announcement, massive adoption through ETFs, or a geopolitical event could trigger the surge.

BTC and MM course
Source: Checkonchain

Bitcoin is now above all its major moving averages. It’s worth noting that BTC was in the same position last July just before its drop to $49,000 in a matter of days.

The coming days will be more crucial than ever, and Bitcoin will need to face $102,300 with courage to break through the final barriers before a new ATH.

In summary, the combination of bullish sentiment, strong institutional flows, and positive on-chain signals makes this hypothesis plausible. However, crypto markets remain unpredictable, and factors like a macroeconomic correction or sudden liquidation could delay the reckoning.

Regardless, Bitcoin’s trajectory seems resolutely upward in the long run. As highlighted by Michael Saylor, its increasing adoption as a strategic asset could redefine its role in the global economy. The coming weeks promise excitement for investors and market observers.

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Charles Ledoux

Charles Ledoux

Charles Ledoux is a Bitcoin and blockchain technology specialist. A graduate of the Crypto Academy, he has been a Bitcoin miner for over a year. He has written numerous masterclasses to educate newcomers to the industry and has authored over 2,000 articles on cryptocurrency. Now, he aims to share his passion for crypto through his articles for InvestX.

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