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Blockchain ETFs: dynamic correlations and hedging capabilities

Blockchain ETFs: dynamic correlations and hedging capabilities In this paper, the authors examine the interconnectedness of four blockchain exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with other financial markets, such as stocks and cryptocurrencies.Design/methodology/approachA multivariate dynamic conditional correlation model is used to model the relationship of blockchain ETFs with equity and cryptocurrency markets. Risk-minimizing hedge ratios are calculated following the methods used in studies by Kroner and Sultan (1993) and Sadorsky (2012).FindingsThe empirical results show a high degree of correlation of blockchain ETF returns with returns of the NASDAQ Composite Index, while the level of comovement with Bitcoin is relatively low.Research limitations/implicationsThe results imply that blockchain ETFs may be suitable for hedging purposes in a portfolio holding Bitcoin. Furthermore, investing in blockchain ETFs appears similar to investing in NASDAQ.Originality/valueTo the best of the authors’ knowledge, no studies have investigated the dynamic relationship of blockchain ETFs and other financial assets. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Managerial Finance Emerald Publishing

Blockchain ETFs: dynamic correlations and hedging capabilities

Managerial Finance , Volume 47 (5): 16 – Apr 22, 2021

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Publisher
Emerald Publishing
Copyright
© Emerald Publishing Limited
ISSN
0307-4358
DOI
10.1108/mf-11-2019-0565
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Abstract

In this paper, the authors examine the interconnectedness of four blockchain exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with other financial markets, such as stocks and cryptocurrencies.Design/methodology/approachA multivariate dynamic conditional correlation model is used to model the relationship of blockchain ETFs with equity and cryptocurrency markets. Risk-minimizing hedge ratios are calculated following the methods used in studies by Kroner and Sultan (1993) and Sadorsky (2012).FindingsThe empirical results show a high degree of correlation of blockchain ETF returns with returns of the NASDAQ Composite Index, while the level of comovement with Bitcoin is relatively low.Research limitations/implicationsThe results imply that blockchain ETFs may be suitable for hedging purposes in a portfolio holding Bitcoin. Furthermore, investing in blockchain ETFs appears similar to investing in NASDAQ.Originality/valueTo the best of the authors’ knowledge, no studies have investigated the dynamic relationship of blockchain ETFs and other financial assets.

Journal

Managerial FinanceEmerald Publishing

Published: Apr 22, 2021

Keywords: Blockchain; ETFs; Bitcoin; Hedge; Diversifier; DCC; G11; G15

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