The bank now classifies Bitcoin as “digital gold,” suggesting an allocation of 2% to 4% depending on risk tolerance.
Given the firm’s $2 trillion in managed assets, even modest exposure could bring tens of billions in new inflows to Bitcoin. The shift marks a sharp change from Morgan Stanley’s earlier caution, when crypto access was limited to ultra‑wealthy clients.
Analysts at the bank emphasized that while volatility remains a factor, Bitcoin has evolved into a credible hedge and portfolio diversifier, especially as institutional infrastructure strengthens and correlation with traditional markets weakens.
The new stance mirrors similar guidance from BlackRock, which endorsed a 2% Bitcoin allocation for long‑term investors, and aligns with views from Ray Dalio, who describes Bitcoin as an inflation hedge akin to gold.
According to market observers, this language change – from “avoid” to “allocate strategically” – signals a turning point for institutional adoption. The rise of spot Bitcoin ETFs since 2024 has already made the asset more accessible, pushing its price above $125,000 and solidifying its role within mainstream wealth strategies.
With Morgan Stanley’s endorsement, Bitcoin is no longer being treated as a speculative outlier. Instead, it’s becoming a permanent fixture in the global investment conversation.
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