#BTCNextATH Bitcoin (BTC) is approaching a new all-time high (ATH) in 2025, buoyed by strong institutional interest, favorable U.S. policy shifts, and macroeconomic trends. As of May 1, BTC trades around $97,000, nearing its January peak of $109,000 .

Standard Chartered projects BTC to hit $120,000 by Q2 2025 and potentially $200,000 by year-end, citing increased institutional adoption and its growing appeal as a safe-haven asset . Analysts at CoinDCX also foresee a year-end ATH above $115,000, driven by bullish momentum and heightened volatility .

President Trump's executive order establishing a U.S. strategic Bitcoin reserve has further boosted market confidence. The U.S. now holds approximately 198,000 BTC, the largest government-held reserve globally .

With ETF inflows, regulatory clarity, and institutional demand on the rise, Bitcoin's trajectory toward a new ATH appears increasingly likely in 2025.