Goldman Sachs Adjusts Cryptocurrency Holdings Amid Bearish Market

Goldman Sachs has made significant changes to its cryptocurrency holdings in Q1 2026, reducing investments in Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and Solana.

The bank fully exited its positions in XRP and Solana, cutting its Ethereum stake by 88% and Bitcoin by 33%. This move is seen as a strategic shift towards assets with strong decentralized trading potential, a trend that is gaining momentum in the market.

In contrast, Goldman Sachs increased its stake in Hyperliquid, a digital asset treasury firm, by $3.3 million. The bank's decision to boost its investment in Hyperliquid reflects growing institutional demand and the company's dominant 43% fee market share.