Gallup Survey: Americans Eye Stock Market Gains but Brace for Conflict in 2025

Conducted between December 4 and 15, the survey polled up to 100,000 participants after Donald Trump’s presidential victory.

The data reveals that 66% of respondents believe the stock market will rise in 2025. This marks an increase from December 2022, when only 36% were optimistic about 2023 during high inflation and low economic confidence.

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However, just 23% foresee positive political collaboration within the US, and only 32% expect a peaceful global environment.

Despite low expectations for political cooperation, these figures show an improvement over the 2023 predictions, where only 9% and 14% anticipated political unity and international peace, respectively.

This outlook might have potential effects on cryptocurrency markets. Historically, a rising stock market has been linked to increased risk-taking by investors, which often boosts interest in Bitcoin BTC $62,742.18 .

Bitcoin’s price movements often follow the Standard and Poor’s 500 (S&P 500), though tech stocks often have a closer connection to its trends.

The survey also found that political affiliation influenced responses. Republicans were generally more hopeful for 2025 than Democrats, a pattern Gallup attributed to the tendency of people to feel optimistic when their party is in power.

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