CoinDesk Podcast Network Why Markus Thielen's BTC Year-End Target Is Capped at $142K and His $5K ETH Prediction | Markets Outlook
Aug 4, 2025
Markus Thielen, founder of 10x Research, shares his insights on the current crypto markets. He sets a cautious year-end Bitcoin target of $142,000, suggesting market inflows and institutional buying could drive this. Thielen also highlights key support levels for Bitcoin and discusses the divergence between Ether's price performance and its fundamentals, warning investors to be cautious amidst market volatility. His data-driven approach encourages a realistic view of Bitcoin valuations, especially amid rising debt levels.
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Bitcoin's Realistic Year-End Target
- $206 billion has been invested into Bitcoin this year.
- Continuing this pace could push Bitcoin's price to $142,000 by year-end.
August's Seasonal Weakness for Bitcoin
- August is historically weak for Bitcoin, dropping 7 out of the last 10 years.
- Seasonality and lack of new capital suggest limited price rebound soon.
Buy Bitcoin Near Support Zone
- Wait for Bitcoin to drop to $106,000-$110,000 range before buying.
- This range has significant support and buying there can be advantageous.