In an exciting new prediction, Steno Research forecasts that Ethereum (ETH-USD) will outperform Bitcoin (BTC-USD) in 2025, with ETH potentially doubling in value to at least $8,000, up from its current price of $3,400. Bitcoin, on the other hand, is expected to rise to $150,000 from around $94,000, but it won’t see the same explosive growth as Ethereum.
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According to Steno Research, this price action is largely based on historical trends and the influence of U.S. political dynamics, including Donald Trump’s recent victory in the 2024 election. Analyst Mads Eberhardt explained, “This expectation is partly based on the argument that Donald Trump’s U.S. presidential victory is more favorable for altcoins than for Bitcoin.”
Steno Research Predicts Major Ethereum Price Surge
The outlook for Ethereum is especially bullish, with Steno anticipating that the Ethereum/Bitcoin ratio will rise to 0.06, compared to its current level of 0.0357. This would mark a substantial shift in favor of Ethereum, reflecting a pattern observed in past cycles. Steno’s report also highlights the expected increase in decentralized finance (DeFi), with the total value locked (TVL) in decentralized applications projected to reach $300 billion next year.
Bitcoin’s Market Share Set to Decline
Bitcoin’s market dominance is forecasted to drop from its current level of 56.6% to 45%, as Ethereum and other altcoins continue to gain traction. This trend suggests a shift towards a more diversified crypto market, where altcoins take center stage.
Altcoins Gain Traction with Institutional Adoption
Steno’s report also points to institutional adoption as a key driver for the rise of altcoins in 2025. With more crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) potentially entering the U.S. market, Ethereum and other altcoins stand to benefit from greater mainstream exposure and adoption.
Trump’s Election Victory Fuels Altcoin Optimism
The prediction that altcoins will thrive is further supported by the political climate in the U.S. Steno believes that Trump’s potential re-election will have a more favorable impact on altcoins than Bitcoin, further strengthening the case for Ethereum’s rise.
Decentralized Finance Expected to Reach New Heights
Finally, Steno Research projects that the rise of decentralized finance (DeFi) will play a significant role in pushing up altcoin prices. With an anticipated $300 billion in TVL next year, DeFi is positioned to become a major factor in the growth of Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies.
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