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American Focus > Blog > Economy > Investor Ric Edelman reacts to crypto ETF boom
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Investor Ric Edelman reacts to crypto ETF boom

Last updated: May 10, 2025 11:37 am
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Bitcoin has had a monumental week with the introduction of new crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) into the market. Renowned investor and best-selling personal finance author Ric Edelman believes that these new ETFs offer investors greater access to potential upside in the cryptocurrency market.

Edelman specifically highlights buffer ETFs and yield ETFs as particularly exciting options for investors. He mentions that these ETFs allow investors to invest in bitcoin while protecting against downside volatility and potentially generating significant yields, surpassing what is achievable in the stock market. Edelman, who founded the Digital Assets Council of Financial Professionals to educate financial advisors on cryptocurrencies, emphasizes that crypto investments are meant to be long-term holdings to diversify a portfolio, much like traditional stock market investments.

As bitcoin prices surged past $100,000 for the first time since February, Edelman shared his insights on the current rally. While acknowledging the potential for significant gains, he also cautioned against using leverage and inverse bitcoin ETFs. Edelman warned that many retail investors may not fully understand the workings of these complex ETFs and likened them to buying a lottery ticket rather than making informed investment decisions.

During an interview on “ETF Edge,” host Bob Pisani referenced the 2x Bitcoin Strategy ETF (BITX) as an example of a leveraged bitcoin product with daily fees and resets. Despite outperforming bitcoin this week with a more than 12% increase, the BITX has underperformed bitcoin for the year, only seeing a 1.5% increase compared to bitcoin’s 10% rise. Volatility Shares, the ETF provider behind BITX, cautions investors on its website that the fund is not suitable for all investors and that investors could potentially lose the full value of their investment within a single day.

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In conclusion, while the introduction of new crypto ETFs offers investors exciting opportunities, it is essential to understand the risks associated with leveraged and inverse ETFs. Edelman’s advice to approach crypto investments with a long-term perspective and to diversify portfolios remains crucial in navigating the volatile cryptocurrency market.

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