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$100K Bitcoin: A New Chapter for Digital Assets: Jerome Powell helps send Bitcoin over $100,000

In a significant moment in the history of digital assets, Bitcoin has reached $100,000. This achievement is more than a number; it signals Bitcoin’s growing recognition as a credible asset class. At Galaxy Digital, in partnership with CI Global Asset Management (CI GAM), we’re proud to be at the forefront of innovation, offering investors seamless access to digital assets through CI Galaxy Bitcoin ETF (TSX: BTCX.B, BTCX.U) at a low management fee of 0.40%.

Federal Reserve Chair’s comments fuel Bitcoin

Speaking at the New York Times DealBook Summit last Wednesday December 4, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell framed Bitcoin as a competitor to gold rather than fiat currencies, positioning it as a credible asset class. By likening Bitcoin to gold—a traditional store of value—Powell characterized it as a digital commodity, which may appeal to investors seeking further portfolio diversification.

While Bitcoin’s market cap has grown to around $2 trillion, gold remains 10 times bigger, suggesting Bitcoin has plenty more room to grow to truly rival the precious metal. Coupled with the latest pro-crypto administration appointments, Powell’s comments kicked off a swift rally, with Bitcoin briefly topping $103,000. Bitcoin’s market cap now makes it the seventh-largest asset in the world, worth more than the market values of Tesla, Meta (Facebook) and even silver.¹

The nominations of crypto advocate Paul Atkins as the new Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and famed investor Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary signal that President-Elect Donald Trump is following through on his promise to take a pro-crypto regulatory stance. Atkins, a respected and experienced policymaker in Washington, D.C., should hit the ground running in the opposite direction from current SEC Chair Gary Gensler. Meanwhile, Bessent could soon become the first Treasury Secretary openly in favour of digital assets. 

All of this should add to institutional investors’ growing appetite for Bitcoin and digital assets. So far this year, about 3% of the total supply of Bitcoins that will ever exist have been purchased by institutional money, according to research from Standard Chartered. The entrance of institutional investors—from state pension funds in Wisconsin and Michigan and companies such as MicroStrategy and BlackRock to governments such as El Salvador, Bhutan and even the United States—should help foster greater liquidity and continue to dampen Bitcoin’s volatility compared to prior years. Pull-backs will still happen, and a correction will eventually come for Bitcoin. However, with more institutional participation, the next big drawdown may prove to be less severe than prior cycles. 

Access to institutional-grade Bitcoin ETF

CI Galaxy Bitcoin ETF stands out as a leading solution for Canadian investors seeking exposure to Bitcoin. Backed by the institutional-grade expertise of Galaxy Digital, a global leader in digital asset management, it delivers a seamless, secure and professionally managed way to invest in Bitcoin. With its low management fee, BTCX.B ensures cost-efficient access to this revolutionary asset class, making it ideal for both seasoned and new investors. Its strong year-to-date performance against its peer group is a reflection of the trusted partnership between CI Global Asset Management and Galaxy Digital, combining deep market insights with rigorous operational excellence.

As Bitcoin crosses $100,000, it’s clear that digital assets are entering a new era of acceptance, adoption and growth. To learn more about Bitcoin, digital assets and CI Galaxy Bitcoin ETF, please visit our recently introduced CI Galaxy Academy.

Top Three Largest Bitcoin ETFs in Canada by Performance History
 CI Galaxy Bitcoin ETFPurpose Bitcoin ETFEvolve Bitcoin ETF
TickersBTCX.B (CAD-Unhedged)
BTCX.U (US$)
BTCC.B (CAD-Unhedged)
BTCC (CAD Hedged)
BTCC.U (US$)
EBIT (CAD-Unhedged)
EBIT.U (US$)
ExposurePhysical BitcoinPhysical BitcoinPhysical Bitcoin
Management Fee0.40%1.00%0.75%
MER0.80%—BTCX.B1.41%—BTCC.B1.69%—EBIT
Trailing Returns (%)
ETFYTDOne YearThree YearsSince Inception Date
CI Galaxy Bitcoin ETF (BTCX.B)143.76164.8621.8317.31 (2021-03-05)
Purpose Bitcoin ETF (BTCC.B)142.01162.7221.1416.60 (2021-02-24)
Evolve Bitcoin ETF (EBIT)140.85165.4319.8816.25 (2021-02-17)

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Source: Morningstar Research Inc., as at November 30, 2024.

 

1 As of December 9, 2024

About the Author

David Knowlton


David Knowlton, CFA

Head of Product, Director
Galaxy Asset Management

David Knowlton is the Head of Product for Galaxy Asset Management and is responsible for the execution of their product strategy across their passive, active, and venture franchises. Prior to joining Galaxy, David was the Vice President of ETF Product Development at Advisors Asset Management. Before that, he was an ETF Client Solutions Specialist at BNY Mellon and an ETF Operations Manager at State Street Bank. David holds a B.S.B.A. in Finance from Bryant University and is a CFA charterholder.

About the Author

Andy Murphy


Andy Murphy

Product Specialist, Associate
Galaxy Asset Management

Andy Murphy is a Product Specialist for Galaxy Asset Management. Prior to joining Galaxy, Andy spent 4 years at AQR Capital Management as a Business Development Associate. Before that, Andy worked as an analyst at J.P. Morgan Private Bank. He earned a B.S. in Finance from Wake Forest University and an M.B.A. from Columbia Business School.

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