UBS reveals wealthy investors increasing crypto allocations to 5%, echoing Bitwise
Swiss lender UBS, which manages over $1 trillion in assets, said wealthy clients have begun allocating up to 5% of their portfolios to crypto as a way to hedge against inflation and currency volatility.
According to the Swiss bank’s 2025 Global Investment Returns Yearbook, affluent investors are diversifying beyond traditional assets by investing in Bitcoin (BTC) and alternative cryptocurrencies.
Shifting portfolio strategies
The report highlighted how crypto has evolved from a fringe asset into a recognized component of modern portfolio construction, particularly as long-term concerns mount around the US dollar and other fiat currencies.
The 2025 Yearbook noted that traditional diversification models, once reliant on real estate,…
