Where Will Bitcoin Go Next?

Despite its phenomenal historical performance, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is having a subpar showing in 2025. As of Nov. 14, the digital asset's price is up just 8%. It's currently trading 25% below its peak from early October as selling pressure drives the narrative.

Investors are thinking about the future. Where will the world's top cryptocurrency go next?

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The short term is incredibly uncertain

It's anyone's guess where Bitcoin will be trading a year from now. Factors like interest rates, unemployment, Federal Reserve commentary, geopolitical developments, regulatory changes, and crypto and Bitcoin industry trends can all have a sizable impact on price action. These variables are totally unpredictable.

At the end of 2026, Bitcoin could be worth much more than it is today. It's also possible that the digital asset is lower due to another crypto winter happening.

Investors should think about the next five or 10 years

While it's easy to get caught up in what could happen over the next 12 months, the best investors keep their attention on the next five or 10 years. In the past, Bitcoin has performed exceptionally well over extended periods of time, even though it has been a very volatile asset.

I believe annualized returns going forward will continue to come down, but the gains will still be impressive, as more capital rushes to own a scarce asset. Looking out to 2030 or 2035, Bitcoin should be worth much more.

Neil Patel has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Bitcoin. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.