Japan’s Finance Minister Endorses Crypto as Portfolio Diversifier
Japan’s Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato recognized that cryptocurrencies deserve a place in diversified investment portfolios.
According to a Monday Bloomberg Japan report, Kato acknowledged the role of cryptocurrencies in a diversified investment portfolio during a speech. He was addressing the public from the stage during his keynote at Web3 Conference WebX 2025 in Tokyo.
“While crypto assets carry the risk of high volatility, by establishing a proper investment environment, they can become an option for diversified investment,” Kato said.
Japan’s minister of finance added that, considering the growing user base, he intends to focus on creating a sound trading environment for cryptocurrencies.
