JPMorgan Boosts BTC ETF Holdings by 64% in Latest Filing
JPMorgan Chase & Co has increased its stake in the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) by 64.26%, now holding 5.28 million shares valued at approximately $343.47 million as of September 30. This increase is significant compared to the 3.22 million shares reported in the previous quarter, valued at $302.57 million. The bank's bullish stance is supported by its research suggesting Bitcoin's fair value could reach $170,000, indicating rising institutional confidence in digital assets. Following this news, IBIT saw a slight increase of 1.5%, trading at $58 per share, as Bitcoin prices also surged above $102,000. The filing underscores JPMorgan's commitment to cryptocurrency investments amidst growing interest from institutional players in the market.
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