As an analyst with a background in family office investments, I find the recent trend of these entrepreneurial entities exploring cryptocurrencies intriguing. The data from the BNY Mellon Wealth Management Study reveals a significant split within this community regarding the role of digital assets in their portfolios.


Family offices, known for their entrepreneurial spirit, are embracing new investment opportunities.

As an analyst, I’ve observed that despite cryptocurrencies making up only 5% of investment portfolios today, this was an unimaginable proportion just a decade ago. However, there’s still a significant divide among investors regarding the role of this asset class in their overall investment strategies.

Based on the latest BNY Mellon Wealth Management Survey for 2024, around 39% of the family offices I analyzed are either currently allocating resources towards cryptocurrency investments or are contemplating such moves, demonstrating a significant level of intrigue towards this innovative asset class.

Family offices have multiple reasons for considering cryptocurrency investments. Over 50% of them express a wish to keep abreast of new investment fads and prospects in this area.

Approximately 30% or more of people expressing an affinity for digital assets can trace their motivation back to the impact of current family office leaders or upcoming generations.

Some experts are still wary of committing resources to this particular asset class. The primary apprehensions revolve around cybersecurity risks and hacking threats, which deter many from investing their funds.

Family offices are living up to their entrepreneurial spirit by actively exploring fresh and evolving markets. Currently, cryptocurrencies make up about 5% of their investment portfolios – a proportion that seemed implausible just ten years ago.

In January 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) gave its blessing for the first exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that put money directly into Bitcoin. This regulatory go-ahead signified a significant milestone, making it easier for these assets to gain broader acceptance and availability as investment options within traditional financial markets.

In contrast, a staggering 74% of the participants identified the foggy regulatory landscape as a hindrance for investing in cryptocurrencies. This percentage climbed up to 80% among those outside the US.

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2024-06-09 19:44