Survey Shows 87% of Investors Plan to Increase Crypto Allocations in 2025
In January 2025, a survey by EY-Parthenon and Coinbase gathered insights from over 350 institutional investors worldwide. Key findings include:
- Regulatory clarity is the primary driver for growth in digital assets.
- 87% of investors plan to increase crypto allocations, favoring options like ETPs, stablecoins, and thematic mutual funds.
- 55% hold spot crypto through ETPs; 69% prefer registered vehicles for direct exposure.
- 84% are using or intend to use stablecoins, with Tether and USD Coin as top choices.
- More than half plan to invest in tokenized assets, seeking access to alternative investments like real estate and private equity.
The shift towards digital assets is expected to accelerate due to a more favorable regulatory environment, fostering innovation and participation in decentralized finance.