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Coinbase Survey Reveals: Over 60% Singaporeans Own Cryptocurrency – A Deep Dive into Their Investment Trends

By Minjun ParkSingapore
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Cryptocurrencies have gained significant traction in Singapore, with the majority of its citizens having some level of interaction with the digital asset, as revealed by a recent survey.

Singaporean Interest in Cryptocurrencies

A substantial portion of Singaporeans, amounting to 61 percent, are in possession of some form of cryptocurrency, according to recently published survey data. Unsurprisingly, the predominant demographic among these investors are individuals aged 18 to 34 years, who make up 70 percent of the group. Of these, about 68 percent are male.

Investment Approach: HODL vs Trading

The study also revealed the investment habits of cryptocurrency owners. The majority, 58 percent, were found to be long-term investors, a strategy commonly referred to as HODL or “hold on for dear life”. On the other hand, 22 percent were classified as occasional traders, with another 20 percent identified as active traders. Remarkably, 42 percent of the survey participants had been investing in cryptocurrencies for over two years.

The investment allocation was also explored in the study, with 74 percent of respondents stating that 10 percent or less of their portfolios was invested in digital assets. These portfolios typically contained an average of three different types of cryptocurrency. The median portfolio size ranged within S$3,000 ($2,300) to S$5,000.

Cryptocurrency Price Predictions

Looking ahead, 25 percent of the respondents anticipate the price of Bitcoin to reach between $100,000 and $150,000 within the next year. Meanwhile, 15 percent predict a rise above $150,000. However, the majority hold a more conservative prediction, expecting the value to fall within the $50,000 to $100,000 bracket. Only 18 percent of the respondents foresee Bitcoin dropping below $50,000. The price of Bitcoin at the time of the survey’s publication was approximately $86,000.

The data for this report was collected from a pool of 3,513 active retail investors and other interested individuals in Singapore. The survey was conducted between August 15 and August 19 of the current year.

Questions & Answers

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What percentage of Singaporeans own cryptocurrency?

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According to a recent survey, 61 percent of Singaporeans own some form of cryptocurrency.

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What is the average investment allocation to cryptocurrencies in Singapore?

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The survey found that 74 percent of investors have allocated 10% or less of their portfolios to cryptocurrency holdings.

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What are the future price expectations for Bitcoin among Singaporean investors?

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Within the next year, 25 percent of the respondents expect Bitcoin’s price to reach $100,000 to $150,000, 15 percent predict a rise above $150,000, and the majority forecast a value between $50,000 and $100,000.

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