12-7-2025 – Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, cautioned crypto investors against emotional trading as Bitcoin surged past $117,000, a new all-time high, entering what he calls the “Banana Zone.” posted on X, Kiyosaki described this phase as a volatile period driven by fear of missing out (FOMO), where impulsive buying could lead to significant losses.
The “Banana Zone,” a term popularized by Real Vision CEO Raoul Pal, refers to rapid price spikes in high-demand, low-supply assets like Bitcoin. Kiyosaki, a long-time Bitcoin advocate, attributed the current rally to its fixed supply and growing institutional adoption, which fuels intense market enthusiasm but also heightens volatility. He warned that inexperienced investors chasing the surge risk buying at unsustainable peaks, potentially facing sharp corrections. “HOGs get slaughtered; PIGs get fat,” he said, urging strategic discipline over greed.
Kiyosaki revealed he bought Bitcoin at $110,000, reflecting his bullish long-term outlook but advising patience for market dips. He criticized herd-driven trading, noting that FOMO often leads to panic selling when prices drop. With some analysts projecting Bitcoin could reach $124,000 or even $250,000 by year-end, Kiyosaki stressed education and research to navigate the market’s volatility. Investors should monitor Bitcoin’s price movements and institutional activity for signs of a potential correction or sustained rally.