BlackRock Recommends Fixed Income Amid Bitcoin ETF Surge

In a conversation with Yahoo Finance, BlackRock’s Global Co-Head of Bond ETFs Steve Laipply recommended shifting funds from cash to fixed income investments. He highlighted the uncertainty surrounding when interest rate cuts may occur as justification for this move. Although the Federal Reserve has recently reduced holdings, Laipply advocated for a gradual adjustment to take advantage of these potential opportunities.

The guidance from BlackRock aligns with their achievement in having the largest Bitcoin ETF, with iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) currently boasting a $2 billion edge over Grayscale.

The asset base of BlackRock’s IBIT (Institutional Bitcoins Investment Trust) has experienced significant expansion, reaching around $17.3 billion. This surpasses the value of MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin holdings. This achievement underscores the increasing recognition among institutions that Bitcoin and digital assets are valid financial assets.

Institutional investors’ increasing curiosity about Bitcoin is highlighted by the fast-growing popularity of IBIT, which poses a threat to MicroStrategy’s leading position. This development underscores a notable transition in the way institutions approach Bitcoin investment, suggesting a broader embrace of digital assets.

Cryptocurrency savings accounts that provide a return in the form of interest are similar to conventional bank accounts. With these accounts, you can earn a set interest rate on your cryptocurrency investments, following Lapply’s advice to shift funds from cash towards more stable income sources, such as fixed crypto assets.

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2024-04-21 04:52