Jay Jacobs' perspective on Bitcoin's future from BlackRock

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7/3/2026, 7:44:41 PM

Bitcoin Momentum and Institutional Outlook

The price of Bitcoin rose above $61,900 on July 3, prompting BlackRock MD Jay Jacobs to expect further gains from institutional demand. Jacobs, BlackRock’s U.S. head of equity ETFs, called the coin “too big to ignore” and highlighted the convergence of traditional finance and DeFi. He noted that about 75 % of investors targeting the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF have never owned an ETF before. Upcoming U.S. crypto regulation under the Clarity Act could make the ETF more attractive to large investors.

BlackRock’s Price Forecast and Asset Allocation

CEO Larry Fink has long projected Bitcoin could reach $500‑$700 k if sovereign wealth funds and major institutions allocate 2‑5 % of portfolios to it. Since that outlook, funds such as Luxembourg’s FSIL and Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala have expanded their Bitcoin positions. Nonetheless, head of digital assets Robbie Mitchnick remains cautious, citing a shift toward AI stocks. BlackRock continues to add exposure via the iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF and an indirect stake in MicroStrategy.

Portfolio Changes and Future Risks

BlackRock’s Bitcoin holdings slipped in 2026, with IBIT’s BTC balance falling by 35,550 coins (‑4.61 %). Mitchnick warns that rising U.S. debt and deficits could pressure Bitcoin demand. Jacobs nevertheless believes institutional adoption will sustain the asset’s growth despite these headwinds.