Bitcoin’s historic rally toward the $100,000 milestone has cooled, with the cryptocurrency trading at $97,550 as of 10:37 a.m. Monday in Singapore. The pullback follows a brief surge to $99,700 on Friday, as enthusiasm surrounding President-elect Donald Trump’s pro-crypto agenda drove market sentiment.
The digital asset’s market value, alongside the broader cryptocurrency market, has risen by $1 trillion since Trump’s electoral victory on November 5, signaling growing optimism over the future of digital currencies under his administration. However, investors are cautious as Bitcoin approaches the psychologically significant six-figure mark.
Bitcoin’s Breather: Analyst Views
Matt Maley, Chief Market Strategist at Miller Tabak + Co, cautioned that Bitcoin might pause for consolidation. “The bullish sentiment has reached extreme levels, and the $100,000 mark could act as a significant resistance,” he noted.
David Lawant, Head of Research at crypto broker FalconX, echoed similar sentiments, observing a shift toward selling pressure as the milestone neared. “This suggests Bitcoin may consolidate near current levels before attempting a sustained breakthrough,” he added.
Pro-Crypto Policies Under Trump
Trump’s administration is anticipated to champion the cryptocurrency sector with promises of friendlier regulations and a proposed national Bitcoin reserve. While these measures have ignited optimism, questions remain over their timeline and feasibility.
Scott Bessent’s nomination as Treasury Secretary and Howard Lutnick’s role as Commerce Secretary—both key figures in Trump’s transition team—have bolstered market confidence. Reports also suggest discussions are underway to establish a White House post dedicated to digital-asset policy, a first of its kind.
Institutional Moves Signal Momentum
Institutional adoption continues to accelerate:
- US Bitcoin ETFs: Assets under management have surged to $107 billion following Trump’s victory.
- Cantor Fitzgerald Talks: The financial services giant is reportedly in discussions with Tether Holdings for stablecoin support in a planned lending program. This would allow clients to use Bitcoin as collateral.
What’s Next for Bitcoin?
Analysts anticipate heightened volatility in the near term, with Bitcoin’s rally stalling just shy of $100,000. “Bitcoin was extremely overbought since the election,” said Stephane Ouellette, CEO of FRNT Financial Inc. “A pullback was inevitable, but this is minor, bringing the asset back to levels from mid-last week.”
The cryptocurrency’s trajectory remains intertwined with broader developments in digital-asset policies and global financial markets under Trump’s leadership.
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