Bitcoin Declines Again – What’s Next?

On February 24, 2025, Bitcoin experienced another drop. According to Liputan6, the price of Bitcoin fell 0.79% in the last 24 hours and 1.17% over the past week, with the cryptocurrency now trading at $95,790 per coin or approximately Rp 1.56 billion.

This decline follows a negative trend from previous days. On February 22, 2025, Bitcoin also fell 1.87% within 24 hours and 0.60% over the week, trading at $98,127 per coin or Rp 1.6 billion at the time.

Bitcoin Price Predictions – Optimism Persists

Despite market fluctuations, some analysts remain optimistic about Bitcoin’s long-term prospects. Investment research firm Bernstein predicts Bitcoin could reach $150,000 in 2025, nearly five times its current price.

Similarly, Anthony Scaramucci, head of a leading crypto ETF fund, forecasts that Bitcoin will hit $200,000 in 2025, driven by increased institutional adoption and favorable government policies supporting digital assets.

However, it’s important to note that the crypto market is highly volatile, and price predictions can shift based on market developments and regulatory changes.

Will Bitcoin Surge Again?

As February 2025 draws to a close, Bitcoin continues to show significant volatility. After hitting an all-time high of $108,300 in mid-December 2024, the cryptocurrency saw a correction and has been trading below $100,000 since early 2025.

Investment research firm H.C. Wainwright predicts that Bitcoin could soar to $225,000 per coin by the end of 2025. This forecast is based on Bitcoin’s historical price cycles, recent price action, and expectations of a more favorable regulatory environment under Trump’s administration.

Additionally, the availability of spot Bitcoin ETFs in the U.S. and increasing institutional and corporate adoption are expected to accelerate Bitcoin’s price growth.

Cathie Wood, CEO of ARK Investment Management, also remains bullish on Bitcoin. She views Bitcoin’s consolidation after reaching $100,000 as a "healthy" development, with significant price increases likely in the future.

However, not all analysts share this optimism. Some warn that Bitcoin’s recent weakness could indicate that the U.S. stock market rally may not be as strong as it appears. While the S&P 500 has reached record highs, Bitcoin remains trading between $93,000 and $100,000, about 12% below its peak in January. This discrepancy could suggest that the stock market rally is vulnerable to instability.

Meanwhile, Robert Kiyosaki, author of "Rich Dad Poor Dad", has issued a warning about a potential major financial collapse in February 2025. He advises investors to diversify their portfolios, with Bitcoin being one of the assets he believes has tremendous growth potential.

Historically, February has been a strong month for Bitcoin, especially after halving events. Data indicates that Bitcoin’s average return in February following a halving has been 40.74%, reflecting a consistent upward trend in the early months of the halving cycle.

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