2026-01-14 12:38:20

The latest survey data reveals an interesting phenomenon. According to the 8th annual survey jointly released by a major asset management company and an industry data agency, 99% of financial advisors who have allocated crypto assets by 2025 plan to maintain this allocation in 2026, and some even intend to increase the proportion further.

What does this indicate? From the perspective of institutional attitudes, crypto assets have long evolved from the label of "risk assets" to a "allocation tool." The willingness of financial advisors to continue increasing their holdings reflects recognition of the long-term value of this asset class—especially in the context of increasing macroeconomic uncertainty and pressure on traditional asset returns, the appeal of crypto allocations is continuously rising.

For retail investors, this data also has reference significance. The allocation trends of institutions often lead the market, and their continued increase in holdings may signal more room for capital inflows.

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PessimisticOracle

· 01-17 12:36

99% this number is too neat, it feels like a story being told Institutions add positions, but when retail investors follow suit, we're often the bagholders Can we really trust this wave?

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0xDreamChaser

· 01-17 09:55

The 99% figure is a bit extreme, it feels like selective statistics... but I can't deny that institutions are really quietly increasing their positions.

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DaoTherapy

· 01-17 03:55

The 99% figure is a bit outrageous; it feels exaggerated. Institutions and retail investors are not playing the same game at all. Don't put too much trust in their "reference significance." The real question is whether these advisors genuinely believe in it or are just following the trend. The configuration tool sounds good, but what about the risks? It seems like this part has been overlooked. Instead of just looking at the data, it's better to ask yourself how much you can afford to lose.

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TideReceder

· 01-14 13:07

Is the 99% figure a bit exaggerated? Is it true? But if financial advisors are all increasing their investments, should we small retail investors follow suit?

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PensionDestroyer

· 01-14 13:06

99% of advisors are still continuing to allocate? This data is too neat, it feels a bit unbelievable. Institutions are bottom-fishing, and retail investors are still hesitating. Really, traditional assets have long since stopped yielding returns, no wonder they are all shifting to crypto. Hey, but this also shows that institutions have long figured it out, we are indeed a step behind. Wait, is 99% real? Such consistency is a bit scary. Retail investors are always the bagholders, only after institutions act do we react. In crypto, it seems it's no longer just gambling; it has truly become an asset allocation option.

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ser_ngmi

· 01-14 13:04

99% this number is a bit outrageous, feels like it's been beautified Institutional movements are indeed worth watching, but don't be led astray Financial advisors increasing positions ≠ retail investors following suit, two different things The reason that traditional assets are under pressure doesn't hold water I just want to know how large this survey sample is, could it be just a few dozen people By the way, configuring crypto assets has indeed become a trend, but risk is still risk Wait, is this trying to persuade me to buy? Feels like a soft promotion haha

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MidnightMEVeater

· 01-14 13:04

Good morning everyone. The number 99% is very interesting, but do you really think it's because they are bullish on Bitcoin? My understanding is — traditional assets have run out of steam, and institutions are just looking for the next prey for sandwich attacks. When retail investors follow the trend into the market, it's the most active time for dark pool trading. Have you considered the time cost?

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MrRightClick

· 01-14 12:59

99%？ That number sounds a bit too neat, but institutions are indeed quietly accumulating coins. Traditional assets are so underperforming that anyone would consider crypto. As retail investors, we'll just sit back and enjoy some soup.

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