Recently, BlackRock threw a private bash exclusively for its VIP clients and key players in the industry, with Swan Media being one of the privileged attendees eager to share the juicy details with their Private Clients. And that’s where we got all the deets! The gathering was obviously yet another a strategic move by BlackRock, signaling their heavy push towards promoting their Bitcoin ETF.
During the event, a remark made by BlackRock’s senior staff caught everyone’s attention: they’re receiving calls from quarters they hadn’t anticipated. This revelation is a big deal because it means that entities traditionally not associated with Bitcoin investments are now showing keen interest. The unexpected interest from various institutions, investors, and firms hints at a broadening horizon for Bitcoin’s bull market, suggesting that we might see a diverse range of participants hopping on the Bitcoin bandwagon.
The event took an interesting turn when a quant from BlackRock took the stage to explain how to incorporate Bitcoin into investment portfolios. He went deep into the technicalities of how Bitcoin could be valued and modeled within a portfolio, specifically targeting the more conservative institutional investors. His recommendation? A bold 28% allocation of one’s portfolio to Bitcoin.
But BlackRock isn’t stopping there. Known for their unparalleled distribution network, the event underscored just the beginning of their grand plan. After wooing their top-tier clients with this exclusive insider info, BlackRock aims to cascade this knowledge down to their entire client base.
Meanwhile, BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) is making waves, becoming a hot commodity in the wake of a Bitcoin price surge. The trading volumes for IBIT have skyrocketed, reaching an astonishing $2.2 billion by the middle of Wednesday, as shown by Yahoo Finance data. This figure not only smashes its previous daily record but does so with hours still left in the trading day. The recent trading frenzy isn’t limited to IBIT alone though. Its main rivals are also experiencing a significant uptick in trading volumes, highlighting the intense interest and bullish sentiment surrounding Bitcoin ETFs.
