Eric Trump Reaffirms Prediction of Bitcoin Reaching $1 Million: "I've Never Been This Optimistic"

Eric Trump believes that Bitcoin will reach $1 million per coin, stating on CNBC on February 18 that he is “more optimistic than ever” about the leading cryptocurrency despite recent market downturns.
Eric Trump Praises Stablecoins and Reaffirms Bitcoin Price Outlook
Appearing alongside Donald Trump Jr. in an interview with CNBC host Sara Eisen at the World Freedom Forum, Trump reiterated his long-standing prediction that Bitcoin will eventually trade in the seven-figure range. At the time of broadcast, Bitcoin was trading around $67,000, down about 0.5% from the start of the day.
The interview focused on the brothers’ cryptocurrency project, World Liberty Financial (WLFI), as well as broader trends in digital assets and stablecoin adoption. Trump described his $1 million target as inevitable, linking it to institutional involvement, regulatory clarity, and Bitcoin’s fixed supply.
“I’ve never been more optimistic about Bitcoin in my life,” he said during the interview.
Trump is the co-founder and CEO of American Bitcoin Corp. (Nasdaq: ABTC), a publicly listed company launched in September 2025. As of mid-February, the company held approximately 6,039 BTC, placing it among the top 20 publicly traded companies holding Bitcoin worldwide.
He is also a co-founder of World Liberty Financial, a company focused on stablecoin infrastructure and digital asset services. During the CNBC discussion, the brothers described stablecoins as a potential channel for redirecting global capital into the U.S., arguing that tokens pegged to the U.S. dollar could attract funds from unstable foreign currencies.
Addressing concerns about ethical issues surrounding family involvement in cryptocurrency projects, including meme coins MELANIA and TRUMP, the brothers described these tokens as fun projects. They downplayed the importance of personal financial gain, viewing their crypto activities as part of a broader effort to promote innovation and financial modernization.
Trump also reiterated previous criticisms of traditional financial institutions (TradFi), warning that banks face long-term decline if they do not integrate digital assets. He made similar comments in earlier interviews, arguing that traditional financial systems are slower and more costly compared to blockchain-based alternatives.
The Bitcoin price prediction of $1 million aligns with Trump’s statements from late 2024. Throughout 2025, including interviews and conference speeches, he cited the 21 million Bitcoin supply cap, increasing institutional adoption, and supportive U.S. policy proposals as key drivers for long-term Bitcoin price growth.
Market reaction to the February 18 interview appears limited. Bitcoin continues to trade around $67,000 or lower amid broader macroeconomic uncertainty. The Trump family increasingly supports pro-cryptocurrency policies, including proposals for a potential national Bitcoin reserve.
Critics, such as Democrats, have questioned potential conflicts of interest related to business investments, while supporters argue these initiatives could position the U.S. as a global digital asset hub.