Ian's Ranking Logic and Risk Focus

In this Market Mondays clip, Rashad Bilal, Troy Millings, and Ian Dunlap break down the hottest crypto-related stocks and ETFs in today's market. The team dives deep into the strengths and weaknesses of Coinbase, IBIT (iShares Bitcoin Trust), and MicroStrategy—three major ways investors can get exposure to cryptocurrency through the stock market. Rashad starts the conversation by identifying each asset: Coinbase is the go-to platform for buying cryptocurrency, IBIT follows the price of Bitcoin as an ETF (backed by industry giant BlackRock), and MicroStrategy is a company that’s become synonymous with Bitcoin holdings—practically turning into a Bitcoin treasury. Ian highlights the importance of analyzing risk versus reward. He points out that while MicroStrategy once claimed the top spot due to its bold Bitcoin accumulation, current threats and volatility push it to the bottom of his ranking. Coinbase, with its strong leadership and lower perceived risk, gets his vote for number one. IBIT sits in the middle—reliable, but not quite on the same level as investment giants like Vanguard or BlackRock. Rashad pushes back, arguing IBIT deserves the top spot. He stresses the unprecedented security of a product backed by BlackRock, the largest asset manager ever. In his view, if you really believe in Bitcoin’s growth potential, IBIT offers the purest 1:1 exposure, removing the variables that platforms like Coinbase face during earnings reports or market downturns. Troy shares his perspective, agreeing IBIT is the best option for investors wanting direct bitcoin exposure. He explains that owning IBIT is not exactly the same as holding Bitcoin yourself, but it provides a simple route to gain exposure through a fund structure. Coinbase, meanwhile, earns revenue from transaction and subscription fees, making it a strong but somewhat cyclical contender. The trio concludes by ranking the three: IBIT first for its direct and secure Bitcoin exposure, Coinbase second for its business model, and MicroStrategy third due to its current risk factors. Throughout, they also briefly address their broader crypto confidence, with Rashad sharing that Bitcoin and Ethereum are the only coins he’s truly bullish on for the long term. If you're wondering how to get started with crypto investing—or want to understand which publicly traded options might suit your strategy—this clip is packed with insights, debates, and expert perspectives. *Hashtags:* #CryptoStocks #Coinbase #MicroStrategy #IBIT #BitcoinETF #MarketMondays #Investing #CryptoInvesting #StockMarket #BlackRock #Bitcoin

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