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Bank of America Expands Crypto ETF Holdings, Trims MicroStrategy Stock

Created at 18 Aug · 8:31 AM1 source↑ Market-relevant
IN SHORT

Bank of America significantly increased its holdings in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP ETFs in Q2 2026, while reducing its stake in MicroStrategy and exiting Solana ETFs. The firm's crypto-related investments now total nearly $94 million.

Key Numbers

$94 millionnet exposure in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP ETFs
1.72 millionIBIT shares held by Bank of America
77%increase in IBIT holdings
1.98 millionETHA shares held by Bank of America
2,838%increase in ETHA holdings
13,260Volatility Shares XRP ETF (XRPI) shares held
1.17 millionMSTR stock holdings
$102 millionvalue of MSTR stock holdings
70%reduction in MSTR stock holdings
85,508American Bitcoin Corp (ABTC) shares sold
$22 millionvalue of Bitmine Immersion (BMNR) stock holdings
78%increase in BMNR stock holdings

Who's Involved

Bank of America
Wall Street giant expanding crypto ETF exposure
BlackRock
Issuer of Bitcoin (IBIT) and Ethereum (ETHA) ETFs
Volatility Shares
Issuer of XRP (XRPI) and Solana ETFs
MicroStrategy
Company whose stock holdings were reduced by Bank of America
American Bitcoin Corp
Crypto company whose shares were fully sold by Bank of America

↳ Why This Matters

These adjustments by a major financial institution like Bank of America reflect evolving institutional strategies towards digital assets, signaling continued interest in crypto ETFs while diversifying away from certain crypto-related equities.

Key facts

  • Bank of America holds nearly $94 million in net exposure across Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP ETFs.
  • The firm increased its BlackRock Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) shares by 77% to over 1.72 million.
  • Bank of America's BlackRock Ethereum ETF (ETHA) holdings grew by 2,838% to 1.98 million shares.
  • The bank reduced its MicroStrategy (MSTR) stock holdings by 70%, now holding 1.17 million shares.
  • Bank of America sold all its shares in American Bitcoin Corp (ABTC).

Bank of America (BofA) has significantly expanded its investment in cryptocurrency-related exchange-traded funds (ETFs) during the second quarter of 2026, according to a recent filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The financial giant now holds nearly $94 million in net exposure across Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP ETFs.

Within its Bitcoin ETF holdings, Bank of America raised its stake in BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) by 77%, now owning over 1.72 million shares. The bank also holds over $10 million in Bitwise's BITB, $2.24 million in Grayscale Bitcoin Mini ETF, and $1.32 million in FBTC, alongside exposure to GBTC, HODL, and BTCU.

Bank of America's investment in BlackRock's Ethereum ETF (ETHA) saw a substantial increase of 2,838%, with holdings reaching 1.98 million shares. The bank also slightly increased its position in the Volatility Shares XRP ETF (XRPI), holding 13,260 shares.

Conversely, Bank of America has fully exited Solana ETFs, having sold its remaining shares of the Volatility Shares Solana ETF. This move follows a previous reduction in its 2x Solana ETF holdings.

In parallel, Bank of America trimmed its holdings in MicroStrategy (MSTR) stock by 70%, reducing its stake to 1.17 million shares valued at approximately $102 million. The bank also sold all 85,508 shares of the Trump family's American Bitcoin Corp (ABTC). However, it increased its holdings in Bitmine Immersion (BMNR) by 78% and Hyperliquid Strategies Inc (PURR) by 167%. The bank also holds investments in companies like Circle, Coinbase, and various Bitcoin mining firms.

Frequently asked questions

Bank of America holds nearly $94 million in net exposure across Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP ETFs.

Bank of America significantly increased its stake in BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) by 77%.

Yes, Bank of America has fully exited Solana ETFs after selling its remaining shares.

The article suggests the reduction occurred as MicroStrategy began selling Bitcoin holdings to manage cash reserves and pay dividends.

What Happens Next

01Further 13F filings will reveal ongoing adjustments to Bank of America's crypto and tech stock portfolios.
02Market participants will monitor institutional adoption trends in crypto ETFs and related equities.

How It Developed

Bank of America increased its exposure to Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP ETFs.
The bank raised its stake in BlackRock Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) by 77%.
Bank of America also increased its BlackRock Ethereum ETF (ETHA) exposure by 2,838%.
Holdings in Volatility Shares XRP ETF (XRPI) were slightly increased.
The bank exited Solana ETFs, selling all shares of Volatility Shares Solana ETF.
Bank of America reduced its MicroStrategy (MSTR) stock holdings by 70%.
The firm sold all shares of Trump family's American Bitcoin Corp (ABTC).
Holdings in Bitmine Immersion (BMNR) and Hyperliquid Strategies Inc (PURR) were increased.

Sources

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Bank of America (BofA) Boosts Bitcoin, ETH & XRP ETFs, Cuts MSTR Stock Holdings by 70%CoinGape

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