Bank of America Urges Clients to Allocate Up to 4% to Crypto

Published at 2026-01-05 10:15:07

Bank of America has begun urging clients to add digital assets to their portfolios, recommending allocations of up to 4% for suitable investors. The move, announced Monday, aligns with an ongoing trend of institutional adoption on Wall Street and frames crypto as a tactical allocation rather than a core replacement for traditional holdings.

A 4% cap reflects the bank’s attempt to balance growth potential with volatility and risk management; it could channel steady inflows into major coins and related products while preserving diversification. For markets, another major bank nudging clients toward crypto may increase confidence among conservative investors and advisors, but BoA underscores suitability and regulatory uncertainty. The update matters because incremental, conservative guidance from big banks can widen crypto’s investor base without forcing abrupt shifts in portfolio strategy.

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