FameEX Hot Topics | Bitcoin on Track to Break ATH Prior to Year-End, Says Expert

Bitcoin is surging toward a breakout, driven by surging global liquidity, policy easing, and investors piling into risk assets. This momentum positions the cryptocurrency for new record highs and a strong year-end rally, with macro tailwinds firmly in play.

The Federal Reserve is fueling the fire. On October 29, it cut rates for the second time in 2025, lowering the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to 3.75%–4%. It also announced the end of quantitative tightening on December 1. These moves are injecting liquidity into markets, encouraging capital to flow into high-growth assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Matt Mena, crypto strategist at 21Shares, sees significant upside. “We remain moderately risk-on and see a credible path for Bitcoin to break its all-time high before year-end,” he said. Mena predicts Bitcoin will surpass its $124,000 peak, potentially closing 2025 between $130,000 and $150,000, while Ethereum trades in the $5,000–$6,000 range. He pointed to policy support, liquidity rotation, and improving sentiment, with Ethereum likely retesting the $5,000 level. Regulatory progress—such as the expected Clarity Act, Crypto Market Structure Bill, and government shutdown resolution—also signals a more favorable environment heading into 2026.

Despite the optimism, a brief stumble followed Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks. During the FOMC press conference, he avoided committing to a December cut, stressing data dependency. His cautious tone briefly pushed Bitcoin below $110,000 to $109,800 and dragged the Dow down nearly 200 points. However, analysts see this as a short-term reaction, not a policy shift. The broader easing cycle remains intact, supporting continued strength in Bitcoin and Ethereum through the end of the year.

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