New data shows that nearly half of all traditional hedge funds are now reportedly exposed to crypto assets as regulations start to become more clear. According to a new report by Bloomberg, a recent survey revealed that 47% of hedge funds in traditional markets had exposure to crypto assets, up from 29% in 2023 and […]
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In early September, analysts from the financial powerhouse Goldman Sachs projected that the price of gold would hit $2,700 per ounce by next year. Fast forward to a month later, and Goldman’s market strategists are now setting their sights even higher, forecasting gold to climb to $2,900 per ounce in 2025. Gold Set for Gains: […]
Global investment bank JPMorgan’s analysts have highlighted the growing impact of the “debasement trade” in boosting gold and bitcoin prices. Gold’s rise is linked to inflation, geopolitical instability, and waning trust in fiat currencies. Both institutional and retail investors are viewing gold and bitcoin as safe havens amid global economic uncertainty, with future trends depending […]
In a recent interview, Mike McGlone, Senior Commodity Strategist at Bloomberg Intelligence, emphasized the significant role of hedge funds in gold’s ongoing price surge. McGlone shared his insights on the impact of macroeconomic factors, including China’s economic slowdown and the Federal Reserve’s monetary policies, on the commodities market. Gold Eyes $3,000 Mark Amid Hedge Fund […]
UBS reported on Friday that U.S. stocks extended their rally as new economic data, including a 1% rise in July retail sales, eased concerns about a potential recession. Despite the encouraging consumer resilience, UBS cautioned that the risk of a significant economic slowdown remains, especially after weaker July jobs data. Investors are advised to wait […]
A recent analysis from Coinshares, spearheaded by its lead research analyst, James Butterfill, brings to light the evolving landscape of bitcoin investments among institutional investors. This report, derived from 13F filings submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), offers a glimpse into the strategies of key players in the bitcoin market, underscoring the […]
Millennium Management, holding 27,263 BTC worth $1.69 billion, has allocated about 2.5% of its $67.7 billion in total assets under management to Bitcoin.
Over half of the top American hedge funds have disclosed exposure to newly launched spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in a year, as BTC/USD has significantly outperformed major stocks and indexes.
Data from investment firm River reveals that 13 out of the top 25 United States hedge funds had owned Bitcoin ETFs by the end of Q1 2024. Notable among these is Millennium Management, which had 27,263 BTC worth $1.69 billion, making up about 2.5% of its total assets under management worth $67.7 billion.
Other significant players include Schonfeld Strategic Advisors, with 6,734 BTC, and Point72 Asset Management, with 1,089 BTC. In contrast, some top hedge funds, such as Bridgewater Associates, AQR Capital Management and Balyasny Asset Management, have yet to invest in Bitcoin ETFs.
Amid Friday’s downturn, following bitcoin’s decline to $68,450, the latest Commitments of Traders (COT) report from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) indicates that hedge funds are placing substantial bets against bitcoin. Bitcoin Faces Bearish Sentiment From Hedge Funds While crypto enthusiasts and analysts have been optimistic about bitcoin (BTC) for quite some time, particularly […]
In a recent analysis by Kaiko, it has been found that hedge funds are currently holding net short positions on bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) futures. This strategic move reflects a cautious stance amid fluctuating market dynamics and speculative trading activities. Study Shows Hedge Funds’ Net Short Positions in Bitcoin and Ether Futures Amid Market […]
New data from Bitcoin brokerage firm River reveals that the largest US hedge funds have combined to accumulate billions of dollars worth of BTC exchange-traded (ETF) shares. In a new thread on the social media platform X, River says that even though BTC’s market cap is relatively small, many of the largest hedge funds in […]
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