Ric Edelman's crypto shift: from 1% to 40% allocation

Veteran financial adviser Ric Edelman explains why Bitcoin is no longer viewed as just a speculative asset, and how portfolio strategies are evolving in response.

For years, Bitcoin (BTC) has been labeled everything from a revolutionary technology to a dangerous gamble. Many investors still dismiss it as a speculative and volatile asset designed only for tech professionals and risk-takers. But according to one of America’s most popular financial advisers, that view is not just outdated — it might be costly.

In a recent conversation with Cointelegraph, Ric Edelman, the founder of Edelman Financial Engines, shares why he changed his stance on Bitcoin.

Just a few years ago, he recommended a cautious 1% allocation to crypto assets. Now? He’s suggesting as much as 40% for certain investors. What changed?

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