Crypto activity in Brazil rises 43% with average investment surpassing $1,000: Report
Brazilian crypto activity surged 43% in 2025, with average user investment exceeding $1,000, according to a Mercado Bitcoin report.Summary
A report by Mercado Bitcoin, titled “Raio-X do Investidor em Ativos Digitais 2025,” indicated a significant expansion in Brazil's crypto market, with total transaction volume increasing by 43% year-over-year, and the average investment per user surpassing $1,000 (approximately 5,700 Brazilian reais). The data suggests the market is maturing beyond speculation toward structured investing, as 18% of investors diversified across multiple assets. Bitcoin (BTC) remained the top traded asset, followed by USDT, ETH, and SOL. Stablecoin transactions tripled, reflecting a search for lower volatility. Low-risk products, like Digital Fixed Income (RFD), saw a massive 108% growth in investment volume. Investor demographics broadened, with a 56% increase among those aged 24 and under, though demand grew across all age groups. Geographically, the Southeast and South regions dominated, but Central-West and Northeast states showed increasing participation. Separately, Itaú Asset Management advised investors to allocate 1% to 3% of portfolios to Bitcoin as a hedge against geopolitical risks and currency volatility.
(Source：Cointelegraph)