2026-01-06 08:21:09

Looking at the latest data comparison makes it clear. By January 2026, Bitcoin's total market capitalization is around $1.85-1.9 trillion, while gold's market cap reaches as high as $30-31 trillion (at that time, gold price is about $4,460 per ounce, with a global above-ground stock of approximately 216,000 tons).

A simple calculation shows that— to catch up with gold's market cap— Bitcoin needs to grow roughly 16 to 17 times, which corresponds to a per-coin price of about $150-160 million. It sounds distant, but some believe it could be possible before 2035.

From another perspective, there is at least ten times more room for Bitcoin to grow from its current price to that target. For those optimistic about this direction, dollar-cost averaging or buying on dips might be worth considering. Of course, all this depends on your confidence in the long-term trend.

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SleepyArbCat

· 01-08 23:04

Hey, 16 to 17 times... does it sound a bit like storytelling?

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StablecoinArbitrageur

· 01-08 05:23

actually, the gap analysis here is straightforward if you run the numbers... 16x seems reasonable given the asset class transition happening. but ngl, most ppl are glossing over the volatility assumptions baked into that 2035 timeline lol

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AirdropHunterWang

· 01-06 08:49

1.5 million for one piece? Wake up, if you don't have enough in hand right now, you should really be anxious.

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BearMarketNoodler

· 01-06 08:49

16x leverage, easy to say. I'm just worried that by then, gold will also have risen, and those who can't catch up will never catch up.

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faded_wojak.eth

· 01-06 08:45

1.5 million USD per coin? Sounds like science fiction haha, but think about it from a different perspective, and it's not that far-fetched... I think the key is that comparing to gold is a bit too conservative; the story of cryptocurrencies has long surpassed that... If it's really more than ten times the space, then I need to see how solid my wallet is Once these numbers align, it's just a matter of waiting for the opportunity... Gold's market cap is 30 trillion, that sounds crazy. Can we catch up in the next ten years? Anyway, I believe so

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AirdropLicker

· 01-06 08:35

1.6 million for one coin? Haha, is it a dream or real? Gold has been around for so many years and hasn't done much, can we catch up in ten years? Come on, anyone can play these number games. The real key is whether you can actually cash out when the time comes. Dollar-cost averaging is fine, but don't boast about tenfold potential. Wait, if that really happens, I would have achieved financial freedom long ago. $1.5 million for one Bitcoin? Feels more expensive than Tesla. Nice words, but the key is to survive until 2035.

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FadCatcher

· 01-06 08:34

1.6 million USD each? Wake up, the numbers for gold are accurate, but being able to catch up is the real skill.

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FlyingLeek

· 01-06 08:32

1.5 million to 1.6 million USD? That number sounds outrageous, but upon closer thought, it's not entirely impossible... The size of gold at 30 trillion is indeed terrifying. Wow, 16x growth? How many years would that take? If it continues like this for ten years, I think I might go crazy. DCA, DCA, again DCA. I've been doing it for three years already, why hasn't it taken off yet? Remember those people a couple of years ago saying Bitcoin would reach 1 million? Looking at this prediction now, it's actually quite conservative, isn't it? The key is whether the confidence justifies this price level. Honestly, I don't have it. With gold's base at 30 trillion, no matter how much Bitcoin rises, it can only take a share of this existing volume. Logically, it makes sense, but in execution... uh. Let me ask, how much of this 16x growth is due to institutional bottom-fishing? How many points can retail investors still earn?

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ForkLibertarian

· 01-06 08:30

1.5 million per coin? Dreaming haha, how could the existing gold reserves possibly be surpassed? Dollar-cost averaging is indeed worth considering, but don’t be brainwashed by these numbers, who knows what will happen in ten years? Actually, gold and Bitcoin are not really comparable; they are completely different tracks. You won’t reach this price level before 2035, you guys are too optimistic, bro. Dipping in on dips is right, but don’t go all in; the risks are still quite high. Bitcoin definitely has room to grow, but 16 times? That’s a bit outrageous, my friend. The 30 trillion yuan in gold is no fluff; Bitcoin still needs to work harder. The data looks good, but reality is sobering... year after year, it’s the same story. I’ve heard this gold comparison argument for five years, but it still depends on actual application. Try dollar-cost averaging for a few years; anyway, it’s spare change, just a gambler’s mindset.

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