Bitcoin Forecast by CoinShares Analyst Reaches $150,000 Mark
In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, two influential analysts, James Butterfill and Tom Lee, offer distinct yet complementary perspectives on Bitcoin's price and long-term growth prospects.
James Butterfill, the head of research at CoinShares, has recently commented on Bitcoin amidst macroeconomic pressures and market volatility in 2025. He attributes the recent Bitcoin ETF outflows and price dips (around $114,000 in early August 2025) to tightening economic conditions and Federal Reserve policies. Butterfill highlights risks related to stagflation and macroeconomic instability that could affect Bitcoin’s price trajectory and overall financial stability, indicating a cautious near-term outlook. However, he anticipates potential price support and inflow recovery as the market adjusts to employment and economic outlooks.
On the other hand, Tom Lee and Fundstrat focus more broadly on digital assets, with a particular bullish outlook on Ethereum for 2025. Lee emphasizes Ethereum as the "biggest macro trade" for the next 10-15 years, with Fundstrat projecting Ethereum to reach $12,000 to $15,000 by the end of 2025. While explicit Bitcoin price targets from Lee in 2025 were not found in the recent data, Fundstrat historically has been bullish on Bitcoin’s long-term growth associated with blockchain adoption, with expectations of sustained institutional interest and regulatory clarity driving growth over time.
In terms of specific price predictions, CoinShares analysts predicted Bitcoin would reach $80,000 by 2024, as stated in 2023. James Butterfill predicts Bitcoin's price to range between $80,000 and $150,000 in 2025. However, a surge to $250,000 for Bitcoin is unlikely in 2025, according to Butterfill.
The future of Bitcoin's price could also be influenced by political factors. If U.S. President-elect Donald Trump fails to deliver on his cryptocurrency-related promises, the price of Bitcoin may hover near the lower end of the forecast at $80,000. Conversely, improved regulatory conditions in the U.S., as expected by James Butterfill, could drive Bitcoin to new highs.
In summary, Butterfill signals near-term caution due to macroeconomic factors affecting Bitcoin price stability, while Lee’s broader crypto outlook is bullish especially on Ethereum, indirectly suggesting positive long-term prospects for Bitcoin tied to blockchain adoption and evolving regulations.
| Expert | 2025 Price Prediction/Views | Long-term Growth Outlook | |------------------|----------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | James Butterfill | Bitcoin near $114,000 (as of August 2025), cautious near-term due to macro risks | Concerned about stagflation; expects market adjustments; cautious but sees potential recovery in inflows and support[1][3][4][5] | | Tom Lee / Fundstrat | No precise 2025 Bitcoin price quoted recently; bullish on Ethereum ($12,000-$15,000) and crypto market overall[2] | Optimistic on blockchain-driven growth; sees crypto as a major macro theme with institutional and regulatory progress supporting longer-term growth[2] |
[1] Source: CoinShares [2] Source: Fundstrat [3] Source: CNBC [4] Source: Bloomberg [5] Source: Reuters
Bitcoin's price, as of August 2025, is estimated to be near $114,000 by James Butterfill, the head of research at CoinShares, but a surge to $250,000 in 2025 is considered unlikely by him. On the other hand, Tom Lee and Fundstrat, despite not providing a specific 2025 Bitcoin price prediction recently, maintain a bullish outlook on Ethereum and the crypto market as a whole, suggesting positive long-term prospects for Bitcoin tied to blockchain adoption and evolving regulations.
