Michael Saylor Predicts 'Demand Shock' As Bitcoin's Market Cap Skyrockets 160% In 2023, Gaining $530B On ETF Hopes
Portfolio Pulse from Ananya Gairola
Bitcoin's market cap has increased by 160% in 2023, adding $530 billion, fueled by investor optimism over potential U.S. approval of a Bitcoin ETF. Michael Saylor of MicroStrategy predicts a 'demand shock' if the ETF is approved. Despite challenges in the crypto space, Bitcoin's performance has surpassed global stocks and gold, and companies like Coinbase have seen significant gains. Bitcoin derivatives activity has increased, but the daily value of Bitcoin trades has fallen since last April.
December 23, 2023 | 5:14 am
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Coinbase Global Inc. saw a nearly 400% rise in its market despite an ongoing SEC lawsuit, indicating strong performance that could continue if the Bitcoin market remains bullish.
Coinbase's stock may continue to benefit in the short term from the overall positive sentiment in the cryptocurrency market and the company's recent performance, despite the regulatory challenges it faces.
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MicroStrategy's co-founder Michael Saylor predicts a 'demand shock' in Bitcoin's market if a Bitcoin ETF is approved, which could positively impact MicroStrategy's stock due to its significant Bitcoin holdings.
MicroStrategy has a substantial investment in Bitcoin, and the approval of a Bitcoin ETF could lead to increased demand for Bitcoin, positively affecting MicroStrategy's asset value and potentially its stock price.
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