Harvard Invests $117 Million in BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF IBIT
Harvard University is reported to hold $117 million in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) as of Q2 2025, making it the university's fifth-largest investment. This positions IBIT ahead of Harvard's $114 million stake in Alphabet.
Key Highlights
- Harvard's largest investment in Q1 2025 was $310 million in Microsoft shares.
- IBIT has seen significant growth, with a current trading volume of $5 billion per day and over $80 billion in Assets Under Management (AUM).
- The ETF holds approximately 706,000 BTC, surpassing other funds focused on Bitcoin accumulation.
- Despite positive momentum, IBIT experienced net outflows recently, marking four consecutive days of outflows as Bitcoin prices dropped from over $123,000 to $117,829.81.
- Analysts forecast potential price increases for IBIT shares to $77-$80 if market conditions improve.
Overall, while Harvard's investment reflects growing interest in IBIT, the broader Bitcoin ETF market is currently facing challenges due to recent price declines.