The long-anticipated spot Bitcoin ETF has finally been approved by regulators and is readily available for purchase. The question now facing advisors and investors alike when it comes to crypto is: ‘What comes next?’
On February 15, 2024 at 11:00 AM EST, Grayscale Investments, in partnership with InvestmentNews, will convene a panel to answer that question, and provide insights on how advisors should think about spot Bitcoin ETFs when it comes to portfolio construction. The webinar will also cover what advisors may want to keep in mind when discussing factors and opportunities with clients.
“Investors are navigating a landscape marked by high valuations and the introduction of novel financial products, such as Bitcoin ETFs,” said Zach Pandl, managing director for research at Grayscale. “This situation necessitates a nuanced understanding of how to effectively integrate these innovative products into their portfolios.”
Pandl says these new products encapsulate assets underpinned by complex and cutting-edge technologies. As a result, investors must be adept at balancing these elements to optimize their investment strategies with underlying political uncertainty in the upcoming election year.
Steven Max, analyst in investor solutions at Grayscale, adds that industry professionals can prepare for these challenges by understanding that Bitcoin has a high risk and high return potential combined with a low correlation to stocks, historically.
In Max’s view, the classic 60/40 portfolio cannot produce returns comparable to the last 40 years because the long decline in inflation is over. That said, Bitcoin can help the average investor build a portfolio with attractive risk-adjusted returns over time.
“Bitcoin ETFs will likely be a cost effective and efficient way for the average household to invest in Bitcoin,” said Max. “It solves all the complexities around custody and trading liquidity that investors would otherwise need to tackle.”
Both Pandl and Max stress that the onus is now on industry professionals to gain a deeper understanding of Bitcoin and blockchain technology. This also necessitates an understanding as to how Bitcoin and Bitcoin ETFs can be incorporated into diverse investment portfolios as a unique opportunity to help improve risk-adjusted returns.
“Just like any asset class, crypto’s characteristics may change over time, so investors should regularly reevaluate their portfolios,” said Pandl. “The average investor might consider allocating about 5% of their financial assets to crypto over time, starting with a Bitcoin ETF.”
Don’t miss the upcoming webinar with Grayscale, providing essential insights on how advisors should be thinking about spot Bitcoin ETFs and what to keep front of mind when discussing factors and opportunities with clients – secure your free spot here.
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