BlackRock CEO Doubles Down on Bitcoin Macro Emergence

David Pokima
July 15, 2024
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Highlights

  • Larry Fink doubled down on Bitcoin as a legitimate asset class.
  • The BlackRock boss highlighted the asset’s benefits in portfolios amid recent macro factors.
  • This comes amid a rebound in Bitcoin prices after days below $60k.

BlackRock CEO, Larry Fink has heaped praises on Bitcoin (BTC) as an asset class, highlighting positives on portfolios amid recent economic squabbles in many jurisdictions. The investment executive also pointed to private sector growth as a boost in the global economic landscape. This comes on the heels of a crypto market recovery after the asset traded below the $60k mark. 

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BlackRock CEO Backs Bitcoin in Portfolios

In a recent interview with CNBC, Larry Fink restated his belief in the crypto market leader as the asset makes a rebound pointing to benefits amid macroeconomic uncertainties. According to him, Bitcoin is a legitimate financial instrument and an asset class that users invest in with fear of traditional economic woes.

It is a legitimate financial instrument, that allows you to have non-correlated type of returns, an instrument that you invest in when you’re more frightened of, an instrument when you believe that countries are debasing their currencies in excess deficits… I believe we have countries where you’re frightened of your everyday existence and an opportunity to invest in something outside your country’s control.”

With countries debasing currencies and high inflation, Bitcoin is seen as a hedge. This is due to the increasing price of the asset in the last decade to hit an all-time high above $73,000 this year. The BlackRock CEO expresses belief in Bitcoin’s adoption in portfolios because of its attribute as digital gold and an alternative to a world where people are frightened of their existence.

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Larry Fink Points to Economic Growth 

Fink noted that the United States needs unfettered growth in markets to come out of macroeconomic downturns. Fink highlighted the impacts of deficits on the economy making a call to outperform the status quo. BlackRock caught the attention of crypto enthusiasts following its spot Bitcoin ETF application in the United States. The move opened the gates to more traditional firms investing in the market. Fink who was initially skeptical of the market is now a believer in the asset’s trajectory. 

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David is a finance news contributor with 4 years of experience in Blockchain Technology and Cryptocurrencies. He is interested in learning about emerging technologies and has an eye for breaking news. Staying updated with trends, David reported in several niches including regulation, partnerships, crypto assets, stocks, NFTs, etc. Away from the financial markets, David goes cycling and horse riding.
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