5 Reasons Bitcoin Will Defy Market Expectations

For the last few weeks, markets have been teetering on the brink of collapse, sending most investors into panic mode.

Yet, Dr. Mark Skousen and his TNT Trader subscribers have flourished, while others flounder thanks to Bitcoin.

During his recent teleconference with members, Mark and his son Tim talked in detail about the Bitcoin halving, and the potential for it to deliver GAINS OF 300% OR MORE!

This is an opportunity that should not be overlooked.

And today, we’re going to break down the five key reasons why Bitcoin is poised to defy market expectations in the coming months.

A replay of this session is available HERE for a limited time.

Reason One: Historical Performance During Market Downturns

What if we told you there’s an asset that thrives amidst market chaos?

When stock markets plummet and investors scramble for safety, Bitcoin often emerges as a beacon of resilience.

Don’t believe us?

During the 2018 bear market, while the S&P 500 fell by 6%, Bitcoin’s price actually increased by 80%.

Similarly, during the COVID-19 crash in March 2020, Bitcoin dropped alongside traditional markets but recovered much faster.

By the end of 2020, Bitcoin had surged over 300%, outperforming most other asset classes.

This resilience is partly due to Bitcoin’s decentralized nature. It’s not tied to any particular economy or government, making it less susceptible to geopolitical events or monetary policy decisions that can shake traditional markets.

Yet, Bitcoin’s resilience during market downturns is just the beginning of the story.

As impressive as its past performance has been, there’s an even more powerful catalyst that could send Bitcoin’s price into the stratosphere: the halving.

Reason Two: Bitcoin Halving Events and Their Impact on Value

Imagine a built-in mechanism that periodically slashes the supply of new bitcoins, creating a shock of scarcity that ripples through the market. That’s the power of the Bitcoin halving.

Bitcoin’s halving events, which occur roughly every four years, have consistently been followed by massive price rallies. The latest one happened last Friday.

Here’s a look at the past halvings and their impact on Bitcoin’s price:

• First halving (November 2012): Price increased from $11 to $1,100 within a year, a gain of 9,900%
• Second halving (July 2016): Price increased from $650 to $20,000 within 18 months, a gain of 2,976%
• Third halving (May 2020): Price increased from $8,700 to $64,800 within a year, a gain of 645%

With the next halving scheduled for 2024, history suggests we could see Bitcoin’s price skyrocket once again.

Some analysts, like Plan B’s Stock-to-Flow model, project Bitcoin could reach $288,000 or more by 2025.

But the halving isn’t the only factor driving Bitcoin’s growth. There’s a tidal wave of institutional money flowing into the market, and it’s changing the game entirely.

Reason Three: Increasing Institutional Adoption

From Wall Street to Main Street, the big players are finally waking up to Bitcoin’s potential.

And they’re not just dipping their toes in the water — they’re diving in headfirst.

In 2020, MicroStrategy invested $425 million into Bitcoin, with CEO Michael Saylor calling it “the best money ever created.”

Square followed suit, allocating $50 million of its cash reserves to Bitcoin.

And in early 2021, Tesla made waves by purchasing $1.5 billion worth of Bitcoin.

But it’s not just corporations. PayPal now allows its 350+ million users to buy, sell and hold cryptocurrencies.

Visa is working on integrating Bitcoin into its global payment network.

And major financial institutions like JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs and BlackRock are launching Bitcoin investment products for their clients.

As more institutional players enter the market, they bring increased liquidity, stability and mainstream credibility to Bitcoin.

The influx of institutional money is a game-changer, but it’s not the only factor driving Bitcoin’s adoption. Behind the scenes, Bitcoin’s technology is evolving at a rapid pace.

Reason 4: Technological Advancements and Network Effects

Bitcoin isn’t just digital gold — it’s a living, breathing technology that’s constantly evolving.

And with each upgrade, Bitcoin becomes more valuable, useful, and unstoppable.

The recent Taproot upgrade, the most significant since 2017, brings enhanced privacy, efficiency and smart contract functionality to the network. This opens the door for more complex applications and use cases to be built on top of Bitcoin.

Moreover, Bitcoin’s Lightning Network, a “layer two” payment protocol, enables near-instant, low-cost transactions, making Bitcoin a serious contender for everyday purchases and micropayments, increasing its potential for widespread adoption.

As Bitcoin’s technology improves, its network effect grows stronger.

According to Metcalfe’s Law, a network’s value is proportional to the square of the number of its users.

With Bitcoin’s user base growing exponentially, from 35 million in 2018 to over 100 million in 2020, its value proposition goes from a speculative asset to a core financial instrument.

However, perhaps the most compelling reason to invest in Bitcoin is its ability to strengthen and diversify your investment portfolio.

Reason Five: Diversification Benefits in Investment Portfolios

In a world of economic uncertainty, Bitcoin is the ultimate hedge. It’s the Swiss Army knife of assets, providing diversification, protection, and growth potential all in one.

Studies have shown that adding just a small amount of Bitcoin to a traditional 60/40 stock/bond portfolio can significantly improve risk-adjusted returns.

From January 2017 to January 2021, a 1% allocation to Bitcoin in a 60/40 portfolio would have boosted cumulative returns from 22.3% to 67.1% while only slightly increasing volatility. This demonstrates Bitcoin’s potential to enhance portfolio performance, even in small doses.

Moreover, Bitcoin’s correlation to traditional assets remains low. According to JPMorgan, Bitcoin’s correlation to stocks, bonds, and commodities is just 0.11, 0.07, and 0.05, respectively. This makes it an effective hedging tool and diversifier, especially in times of market stress.

Halve Some More

The evidence is clear: Bitcoin is a force to be reckoned with.

Now, the stars are aligning for Bitcoin to make a massive move in the coming months.

With the halving taking, institutional money pouring in, and technology advancing rapidly…

…as Mark and Tim emphasized during the teleconference, NOW is the time to position yourself for potentially life-changing gains.

Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-cycle opportunity.

Click here to listen to the replay of Mark’s teleconference and discover how you can ride the Bitcoin rocket to the moon!