Advisors Plan to Boost Crypto Allocations for Clients by 2026
- 99% of crypto-invested advisors plan to maintain or expand allocations.
- Financial advisors show increased interest in Bitcoin BTC +1.13% for portfolios.
- Growing trend in direct crypto purchases in client accounts.
Bitwise and VettaFi’s 2026 survey shows 99% of U.S. financial advisors who have allocated crypto portfolios plan to maintain or increase exposure.
This highlights a growing confidence and potential shift in market dynamics as advisors embrace cryptocurrency despite volatility concerns.
Lede: The Bitwise/VettaFi 2026 Benchmark Survey reveals a marked rise in crypto allocations within client portfolios. 99% of financial advisors with existing crypto investments intend to maintain or expand their exposure by 2026, reflecting increasing market confidence.
Nut Graph: Bitwise Asset Management and VettaFi conducted this survey involving 299 U.S. advisors. The findings highlight a growing commitment to cryptocurrency, with many advisors opting for higher exposure despite market fluctuations, according to Matt Hougan of Bitwise.
The survey indicates a shift, with 42% of advisors now buying crypto directly for clients, up from 19% in 2023. This move signifies greater direct involvement in cryptocurrency markets among financial professionals.
Advisors reallocating funds from equities and cash (43% and 35% respectively) into cryptocurrencies marks a significant change. This change in strategy aligns with broader financial goals, such as improving retirement outcomes as supported by Fidelity’s research. According to Matt Hougan, CEO, Bitwise Asset Management “Here’s one statistic that shocked me: 99% of advisors that owned crypto in 2025 plan to increase or maintain their exposure. People have wondered what advisors would do if crypto hit a patch of volatility. We have our answer: They’re planning to buy more.”
With this rising trend, advisors primarily focus on Bitcoin (BTC) although interest in Ethereum ETH +0.53% and Solana SOL -0.56% is noted. The emphasis reflects a collective effort to diversify investment portfolios amidst evolving market dynamics.
Future implications suggest an increase in regulatory discussions as volatility and uncertainty persist as concerns. Nevertheless, advisor sentiment remains largely optimistic about cryptocurrency’s role in strategic asset allocation moving forward.
