El Salvador Gains $357M in Bitcoin Profits Amid Market Rally

El Salvador’s Bitcoin Profits Surge in 2025

Nayib Bukele announced El Salvador’s Bitcoin holdings generated $357 million in unrealized profits on May 19, 2025. The announcement followed Bitcoin’s price rally, nearing its all-time high, showcasing the impact on El Salvador’s financial position.

El Salvador’s Bitcoin Portfolio Growth

El Salvador’s Bitcoin portfolio, totaling 6,181 BTC, has risen valued by over 124% since its initial acquisition.
Nayib Bukele has remained steadfast in Bitcoin adoption, even amid criticism.
President Bukele’s recent update on Twitter confirmed the substantial unrealized gains.

The Bitcoin market experienced an upward rally driven by over $2.8 billion in spot ETF inflows and stable interest rate expectations.
El Salvador’s profits are a direct result of this rally, further cementing the country’s financial gains. Despite regulatory agreements to limit Bitcoin activities, El Salvador has maintained its Bitcoin strategy.
The broader economic context, including potential S&P 500 inclusion for Coinbase , supports Bitcoin’s positive trajectory.

El Salvador’s financial gains may lead to renewed interest in
cryptocurrency as a legitimate financial instrument .
The market remains optimistic, with potential for further growth in digital assets. Potential regulatory shifts or market changes could influence El Salvador’s future economic landscape.
Ongoing developments will offer insights into the sustainability of cryptocurrency adoption.

“If it didn’t stop when the world ostracized us and most ‘bitcoiners’ abandoned us, it won’t stop now, and it won’t stop in the future.” — Nayib Bukele