Bitcoin’s volatility could drive investors to hold more altcoins in 2022


  • As altcoins become more uncorrelated with Bitcoin, investors are more likely to diversify their portfolio. 
  • In the mass sell-off of 2020, cryptocurrency prices took a nosedive, motivating investors to diversify. 
  • The correlation between Bitcoin, Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies has dropped on several occasions in 2021. 
  • Experts have predicted that investors’ altcoin holdings could increase in 2022. 

Altcoins’ correlation with Bitcoin have continued dropping. Experts have predicted a spike in altcoin holdings of investors. 

Investors could increase their altcoin holdings in 2022

The investors have assessed the risks involved in cryptocurrency transactions. The dropping correlation between Bitcoin and altcoins makes it a lucrative asset class for investors in 2022. 

The crypto bloodbath of March 2020 triggered cascading liquidations. Most cryptocurrency prices plummeted as their correlation with Bitcoin and stocks dropped. 

In 2021, Ethereum outperformed 17 of the top hedge funds. Altcoin gains are attracting investors to the asset class. @TheMoonCarl, a crypto analyst noted the spike in interest in altcoins. 

Experts believe that Ethereum-killer Cardano’s price trend is showing no signs of an incoming bear market. Gert van Lagen, a crypto analyst and trader expects the uptrend to continue since the start of the bull market has not been broken. 

@BitQueenBR, a pseudonymous crypto analyst has noted that Fantom is currently one of the strongest altcoins in the market. Fantom price broke out in a bullish consolidation and attempted to test resistance. The analyst is eyeing Fantom price for an opportunity to test a new all-time high. 

FXStreet analysts have noted that Axie Infinity, a play-to-earn token, shows a bullish reversal pattern with upside potential. 

 


Information on these pages contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Markets and instruments profiled on this page are for informational purposes only and should not in any way come across as a recommendation to buy or sell in these assets. You should do your own thorough research before making any investment decisions. FXStreet does not in any way guarantee that this information is free from mistakes, errors, or material misstatements. It also does not guarantee that this information is of a timely nature. Investing in Open Markets involves a great deal of risk, including the loss of all or a portion of your investment, as well as emotional distress. All risks, losses and costs associated with investing, including total loss of principal, are your responsibility. The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of FXStreet nor its advertisers. The author will not be held responsible for information that is found at the end of links posted on this page.

If not otherwise explicitly mentioned in the body of the article, at the time of writing, the author has no position in any stock mentioned in this article and no business relationship with any company mentioned. The author has not received compensation for writing this article, other than from FXStreet.

FXStreet and the author do not provide personalized recommendations. The author makes no representations as to the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of this information. FXStreet and the author will not be liable for any errors, omissions or any losses, injuries or damages arising from this information and its display or use. Errors and omissions excepted.

The author and FXStreet are not registered investment advisors and nothing in this article is intended to be investment advice.

Join Telegram

Recommended content


Recommended Content

Editors’ Picks

Ethereum continues hinting at rally following reduced long liquidations

Ethereum continues hinting at rally following reduced long liquidations

Ethereum has continued showing signs of a potential rally on Tuesday as most coins in the crypto market are also posting gains. This comes amid speculation of a potential decline following FTX ETH sales and normalizing ETH risk reversals.

More Ethereum News

HBAR price jumps 75% as BlackRock tokenizes Money Market Fund on Hedera

HBAR price jumps 75% as BlackRock tokenizes Money Market Fund on Hedera

Archax, Ownera and The HBAR Foundation have enabled the first tokenization of BlackRock’s money market fund (MMF) on Hedera. Last year Hedera Council member abrdn’s successfully tokenized its MMFs on Hedera. 

More Hedera News

Bitcoin price holds above $66K as Morgan Stanley files prospectus to add BTC ETF exposure in two of its funds

Bitcoin price holds above $66K as Morgan Stanley files prospectus to add BTC ETF exposure in two of its funds

Bitcoin (BTC) price remains range-bound, holding above the $63,000 level, while its upside is capped below $68,000, going against or delaying the assumption that the fourth halving would be a 'sell-the-news' outcome. 

More Bitcoin News

Crypto community reacts as BRICS considers launching stablecoin for international trade settlement

Crypto community reacts as BRICS considers launching stablecoin for international trade settlement

BRICS is intensifying efforts to reduce reliance on the US dollar after plans for a stablecoin effort surfaced online on Tuesday. Most people expect the stablecoin to be backed by gold, considering BRICS nations have been accumulating large holdings of the commodity.

More Cryptocurrencies News

Bitcoin: BTC post-halving rally could be partially priced in Premium

Bitcoin: BTC post-halving rally could be partially priced in

Bitcoin (BTC) price briefly slipped below the $60,000 level for the last three days, attracting buyers in this area as the fourth BTC halving is due in a few hours. Is the halving priced in for Bitcoin? Or will the pioneer crypto note more gains in the coming days? 

Read full analysis

BTC

ETH

XRP