As Bitcoin hits new all-time highs, gold maximalists face a dilemma: ignore it or hedge with a small allocation. Analysts like Lyn Alden suggest a 5% Bitcoin position to manage risk without abandoning gold. The debate highlights Bitcoin’s growing role as a store of value.
- Bitcoin's market cap ($2.2T) now surpasses silver, with institutional holders like BlackRock owning 6% of its supply.
- A 5% Bitcoin allocation hedges against gold's potential loss of market share without significant portfolio risk.
- Analysts note Bitcoin's shift from a speculative hedge to a primary store of value, with gold now playing a secondary role.
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