Bitcoin Price Rebounds Above $43,000: What’s Driving the Rally?

Kelvin Munene Murithi
January 30, 2024 Updated May 20, 2025
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Bitcoin (BTC) has nullified the bearish trend, climbing above the $43,000 threshold, as investors anticipate a rate halt from the Federal Reserve in the forthcoming session. The surge marks a notable rebound for cryptocurrency, aligning with market projections and investor sentiment surrounding the impending Federal Open Market Committee’s (FOMC) meeting.

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Federal Reserve Anticipation

The recovery in BTC’s value occurs amid widespread expectations of a rate pause by the U.S. Federal Reserve. Market indicators, particularly the CME FedWatch tool, signal a 97.9% probability of the Fed maintaining the current rate range of 5.25%–5.50%.

This anticipation has injected optimism into the market, prompting investors to favor risk-on assets like Bitcoin, which has witnessed a 2.50 % increase in the past 24 hours, trading at $43,034 at press time.

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Institutional Interest and Bitcoin ETF Influence

Ryze Labs underscores the growing institutional interest in BTC, predicting a surge in spot bitcoin ETF inflows. Analysts, moreover, anticipate fund managers will intensify their sales efforts, with sales teams becoming more adept at handling the nascent product.

This institutional push coincides with a reduction in outflows from Grayscale Investments‘ spot bitcoin ETF, hinting at a strengthening market confidence.

Moreover, the Bitcoin ETF market continues to be a pivotal factor, shaping the cryptocurrency’s price movements. Despite recent outflows from the Grayscale Bitcoin ETF causing initial investor concerns, the trend is stabilizing. The broader market also keenly observes how macroeconomic factors, particularly the Federal Reserve’s policy decisions, will sway Bitcoin’s trajectory.

As the market navigates through these developments, analysts like Callie Cox from eToro emphasize the favorable rate environment for Bitcoin. With inflation aligning with the Fed’s target, there’s an air of anticipation for potential rate cuts in the near future, potentially as early as March. Such a move could catalyze risk-taking and buoy sectors like technology, providing a conducive ecosystem for Bitcoin’s growth.

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About Author
About Author
Kelvin Munene is a crypto and finance journalist with over 5 years of experience, offering in-depth market analysis and expert commentary . With a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Actuarial Science from Mount Kenya University, Kelvin is known for his meticulous research and strong writing skills, particularly in cryptocurrency, blockchain, and financial markets. His work has been featured across top industry publications such as Coingape, Cryptobasic, MetaNews, Cryptotimes, Coinedition, TheCoinrepublic, Cryptotale, and Analytics Insight among others, where he consistently provides timely updates and insightful content. Kelvin’s focus lies in uncovering emerging trends in the crypto space, delivering factual and data-driven analyses that help readers make informed decisions. His expertise extends across market cycles, technological innovations, and regulatory shifts that shape the crypto landscape. Beyond his professional achievements, Kelvin has a passion for chess, traveling, and exploring new adventures.
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