Bitcoin Explained: Why Its Volatility Still Matters
Cryptocurrency often sparks big conversations, but its risk profile is rarely understood. In this Meridian Market Minute, Nathan Gilbert breaks down why Meridian Financial Partners does not include Bitcoin in client portfolios and what investors should know before considering crypto exposure.
In this video:
• How Bitcoin’s year-to-year drawdowns often reach 50 percent
• Why recent declines are actually smaller than historical norms
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