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JPMorgan Warns Bitcoin Mining Industry is at a Crucible Moment

by BlockNews Team
October 11, 2023
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  • JPMorgan warns that the Bitcoin mining industry is facing significant challenges, including record-breaking hashrates and the regulatory approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF.
  • The impending block reward halving, expected in Q2 2024, is identified as a key factor impacting mining operators’ profitability and revenue.
  • JPMorgan provides ratings and price targets for several mining operators, advising investors on which ones offer the best relative value based on various factors such as operational efficiency and growth potential.

JPMorgan has issued a report stating that the Bitcoin mining industry is at a “crucible moment.” The research highlighted the regulatory approval of a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded-fund (ETF), the record hashrates, and the impending block reward halving as key factors that threaten the industry’s revenues and profitability. While such challenges loom for the sector, JPMorgan notes some key mining operators offering the best relative value.

JPMorgan Reports on Bitcoin Mining Industry

According to a new research report published by JPMorgan, the Bitcoin mining industry is currently facing significant challenges. These include the imminent halving of block rewards, record-breaking hashrates, and the approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF that could cause an industry-wide rally. The report also advises investors on which mining operators offer the best relative value.

JPMorgan’s research advises investors to focus on mining operators that offer the best relative value based on a range of factors. These include operational efficiency, funded growth plans, liquidity, existing hashrate, and power contracts. The report also highlighted which mining operators offer the best balance of scale, growth potential, power cost, and relative value.

Coverage of Mining Operators by JPMorgan

JPMorgan initiated its coverage of leading mining operators in the report. It awarded CleanSpark (CLSK) an “overweight” rating and set a price target of $5.50. The bank rated Marathon Digital (MARA) as “underweight,” with a $5 target; Riot Platforms (RIOT) as “underweight” with a $6.50 target, and gave Cipher Mining (CIFR) a “neutral” rating. Iris Energy (IREN) was upgraded from “neutral” to “overweight.”

Impact of Impending Block Reward Halving

The report identifies the impending block reward halving, expected in the second quarter of 2024, as key to the mining operators’ future. As per JPMorgan’s estimate, the four-year block reward opportunity is around $20 billion based on current Bitcoin prices. Still, the halving could impact profitability, with less efficient mining computers being decommissioned, leading to an estimated 20% of the network hashrate being at risk.

JPMorgan highlights fundamental challenges facing the mining industry, indicating that its current moment of receptivity has intensified. The report signals the need for mining operators to invest in the adoption of energy-efficient mining technologies to offset the adverse impact of falling block reward opportunities.

Conclusion

JPMorgan’s report emphasizes the necessity for the Bitcoin mining industry’s operators to re-evaluate their business models. With a spotlight on potential regulatory changes and negative impacts of halving, mining firms need to make deliberate strategic moves to overcome such risks.

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