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JPMorgan Analysts’ Bearish Stance on Bitcoin
JPMorgan analysts continue to hold a bearish outlook on Bitcoin’s near-term future. They attribute the current rally in Bitcoin to retail and speculative institutions joining momentum traders in investing in gold and bitcoin futures.
JPMorgan’s Bitcoin Analysis
The bank’s analysis presents a countertheory to the idea that the success of Bitcoin spot ETFs is leading to outflows from gold ETFs. Instead, they suggest that investors are shifting funds from gold ETFs to Bitcoin ETFs. Since the beginning of the year, over $5 billion has exited gold ETFs, while nearly $12 billion has entered Bitcoin ETFs.
JPMorgan CEO’s Stance on Bitcoin
JPMorgan’s CEO has stated that he personally will not buy Bitcoin, indicating a cautious approach towards the cryptocurrency.
“This outflow trend from gold ETFs does not signify a lack of interest in gold by private investors, but rather a shift towards physical gold in the form of bars and coins,” wrote analysts led by Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou.
Bitcoin vs. Gold Investment Theses
Bitcoin and gold are often compared as limited-supply commodities and potential hedges against inflation or financial crises. While Bitcoin enthusiasts highlight its superior monetary properties, JPMorgan analysts believe that investors are turning to physical gold for its privacy and tangibility.
The demand for physical gold has surpassed that of gold ETFs, even exceeding purchases by central banks since the pandemic.
Real ETF Inflows and Market Dynamics
Despite the success of Bitcoin ETFs, JPMorgan suggests that holders of actual BTC on crypto exchanges are selling their holdings to invest in ETFs. This trend is supported by data showing significant outflows from crypto exchanges since the ETFs’ launch.
The analysts warn that the market may be overheated, with companies like MicroStrategy contributing to the hype around Bitcoin and potentially leading to a significant correction in the future.
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