Will Bitcoin Hit $100K This Weekend? Institutional Inflows, Tariff Relief Fuel Market Optimism
Bitcoin has bounced past $92,000 and is now hovering near $96,500. The push above $90K was fueled by macro relief, Trump’s tariff pause, and a staggering $422 million in ETF inflows.
BTC Weekly Performance Snapshot:
| Date | Price | Weekly Gain |
|---|---|---|
| April 25 | $89,000 | — |
| May 1 | $96,000+ | +4.9% |
Institutional Demand Driving BTC Price Higher
Institutional investors are loading up on spot Bitcoin ETFs. According to data from May 1:
- BlackRock IBIT saw dominant inflows.
- Over $422 million in net ETF purchases occurred in one day.
- Institutions now hold over 6% of BTC’s supply.
This rise in exposure signals growing confidence.
Macroeconomic Tailwinds: Tariff Relief Sparks Rally
Trump’s 90-day tariff pause, which excludes China, sparked the crypto rally. Although U.S.-China tensions remain unresolved, any further de-escalation could drive more capital into crypto.
Trump also hinted at upcoming rate cuts, possibly encouraging more liquidity into risk assets like Bitcoin.
Can BTC Break the Psychological $100,000 Mark?
Technical Signs Are Bullish:
- The daily chart shows strong buying momentum.
- Bitcoin has cleared previous resistance zones at $92K and $96K.
- Next key level: $100K psychological threshold, followed by January 2025 ATH of $109K.
BTC Bull Presale Adds Hype and Retail Participation
While BTC rallies, BTC Bull, a meme-infused presale, is surging in interest:
- Raised $5.2M+ since Feb 2025
- Offers airdrops and yield once BTC crosses milestones ($150K, $200K… up to $1M)
- 78% APY staking opportunities
- Token burns start at $125K BTC price
This retail excitement adds fuel to the speculative fire.
What to Watch Next:
- ETF inflow consistency
- Tariff developments with China
- Bitcoin’s price reaction to $100K resistance
Outlook: New All-Time High Within Reach?
If momentum holds, Bitcoin could test $100K this weekend. ETF demand and political easing create the perfect storm. But if resistance holds, we may need another macro push.
