Standard Chartered Forecasts Bitcoin to Reach $135,000 by Q3 2025
Standard Chartered, a global banking leader, projects that Bitcoin (BTC) could surge to $135,000 by the third quarter of 2025. This optimistic outlook stems from robust ETF inflows and increasing corporate treasury purchases, signaling a shift in Bitcoin’s market dynamics away from traditional post-halving trends.
The Diminishing Impact of Bitcoin’s Halving Cycle
Geoff Kendrick, Standard Chartered’s head of digital asset research, notes that Bitcoin’s halving cycle may no longer dictate its price trajectory as it once did. Historically, prices declined 18 months after halving events. The current cycle diverges due to:
- Sustained demand from ETF inflows
- Growing corporate treasury adoption
- Expanding institutional interest
Long-Term Outlook: Bitcoin’s Potential Growth
Looking beyond 2025, Standard Chartered envisions Bitcoin climbing to $200,000 by year-end and potentially $500,000 by 2028. These projections reflect the bank’s confidence in Bitcoin’s evolving role within the global financial ecosystem.
Anticipating Market Fluctuations
While the forecast remains bullish, Standard Chartered cautions that late Q3 and early Q4 2025 could see volatility. Historical halving cycle patterns may influence short-term price movements, but institutional investments are expected to provide stability.
