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Bitcoin's Peak? Not Until the Printers Stop! Insights from Chris Burniske & Long-Term Trends
Bitcoin thrives as "digital gold" with its hard-capped supply of 21 million coins, shining when fiat currencies get diluted by endless printing. Since 2008, central banks have pumped trillions into the economy, fueling asset inflation.
Post-2024 halving, BTC's inflation rate dropped to 0.83%, making it scarcer than ever while global inflation averaged 3.5%. Result? BTC delivered 375.5% gains by 2025, outpacing gold's 13.9% and the S&P 500's -2.9%.
Bitcoin's returns often move with inflation expectations, acting as a "liquidity barometer" with higher beta than gold. During COVID-19, money supply expansions in the US, EU, and Japan directly boosted BTC prices, cementing its role as an inflation hedge.
Institutional adoption is supercharging this trend. By Q2 2025, BTC ETFs raked in $58B in assets under management, surpassing gold ETFs' debut year. Big players are allocating 1-3% of portfolios to BTC for its low correlation with equities, making it a diversification powerhouse amid tariffs and economic shocks. Regulatory wins and talks of US strategic Bitcoin reserves are building trust.
Short-term volatility? Sure, BTC dipped with 2025's market jitters, but Burniske reminds us: cycles are fleeting, trends are forever. As long as printers run hot, BTC's scarcity shines. Future drivers? More ETF inflows, Ethereum momentum, and central banks potentially stacking sats amid inflation woes.
What do you think, Square? Is BTC your go-to hedge, or are you eyeing altcoins? Drop your thoughts below—let's discuss!