Vanguard Opens Platform for Crypto Asset ETFs and Mutual Funds

Vanguard Group, the second-largest asset manager globally, announced plans to allow trading of crypto-based ETFs and mutual funds on its platform, starting December 2, 2025.

This policy shift reflects a broader institutional acceptance of cryptocurrencies, potentially channeling significant capital into regulated crypto products, yet excludes speculative memecoins.

Vanguard’s Strategic Shift to Include Crypto Assets

Vanguard will soon offer the trading of ETFs and mutual funds involving Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana to its vast clientele. This is a departure from its previous policy of excluding cryptocurrency assets from its offerings. Vanguard leadership, including CEO Salim Ramji and Head of Brokerage Andrew Kadjeski, supports this strategic adaptation.

The brokerage still excludes memecoin-related funds and does not plan to launch proprietary crypto products. Such policies align with regulatory standards, safeguarding clients against speculative assets while permitting exposure to more established cryptocurrencies.

Market responses have been positive, with analyst Nilesh Rohilla anticipating a potential 5% increase in Bitcoin prices due to market enthusiasm. Nilesh Rohilla, Expert Analyst, predicted: “I foresee a possible 5% short-term jump in Bitcoin following the announcement, reflecting market enthusiasm.”

Comments such as “trillions incoming” from Bitgrow Lab’s Vivek Sen highlight expectations of significant inflows as clients take advantage of new investment opportunities.

Market Optimism as Analysts Predict Bitcoin Price Surge

Did you know? Vanguard once avoided direct crypto exposure due to regulatory concerns, mirroring prior cautious approaches by other major asset managers.

Bitcoin (BTC) is currently priced at $86,473.89 with a market cap of $1.73 trillion, experiencing a 0.36% decline over the last 24 hours. Despite recent volatility, its dominance in the market remains robust at 58.86%, based on data from CoinMarketCap.

Analysts from the Coincu research team predict that Vanguard’s decision could encourage a broader acceptance of crypto products among investors. This development mirrors trends seen with other major financial institutions, potentially signalling further mainstream acceptance of crypto assets.