Bitget Report Highlights Diversification Trends
Retail investors are diversifying their portfolios beyond cryptocurrency, with 52% adding equities and 51% utilising AI tools, according to the Bitget UEX Report 2026 released on 14th May.
The report from Bitget, the world's largest Universal Exchange, details how retail investors are expanding into commodities, equities, and AI-assisted investing, reflecting a broadening of asset class diversification. Over 6,000 users globally contributed to the findings.
Crypto assets remained a primary focus for trading, with 86% of users retaining crypto holdings. However, a shift was observed as trading in traditional assets such as gold increased from almost zero to between 20% and 40% of total activity by March.
The report highlights that commodities, particularly precious metals like gold, are becoming a popular choice, with 35% of retail investors holding these alongside their crypto assets. AI tools are also increasingly integrated into investment strategies, with 51% of users leveraging AI for decision-making.
Regional Preferences and AI Adoption
Regional trading preferences vary significantly, influenced by local macroeconomic conditions. In East Asia, 60% of users preferred USDT settlements to avoid currency conversion, while Southeast Asian traders favored leverage access.
In Latin America, 78% of users cited diversification and protection against inflation as key reasons for holding both crypto and traditional assets. This trend underscores the growing need for diversified investment strategies in regions facing economic instability.
Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget, noted, "Retail trading behaviour is becoming more macro-aware. Users are moving capital across asset classes based on liquidity, volatility, and market access."
AI tool adoption is notable, with products like GetAgent and GetClaw being used to interpret market signals and trends across various asset classes. Bitget’s AI products help users analyse earnings releases, commodity price movements, and macroeconomic developments.
Looking forward, Bitget users, particularly high-net-worth participants, are expected to further diversify their portfolios to include equities and commodities, aiming for active risk management in 2026.
High-net-worth users showed significant diversification efforts, with 74% planning to expand across crypto, equities, and commodities in 2026. This expansion is part of a broader strategy to manage risks more effectively and achieve better returns.
Bitget users recorded an average annual return of 13% in 2025, with around 6% of VIP users achieving returns between 51% and 100%. This performance drives interest in diversified investments, leveraging AI and other tools for better outcomes.
