#HarvardAddsETHExposure
Based on the latest financial report as of February 2026,Harvard Management Company (HMC) , which manages Harvard University's endowment, has made significant adjustments to its digital asset portfolio.
Here are the key points of their investment strategy changes:
•Bitcoin Exposure Reduction : Harvard is reducing its holdings in Bitcoin ETFs (specifically BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust) by approximately 20% to 21% by the fourth quarter of 2025. $BTC
•First Investment in Ethereum : For the first time, Harvard is adding exposure to Ethereum by taking a new position in the Ether ETF (ETHA) worth approximately $87 million. $ETH
•Portfolio Rebalancing : This move is seen by analysts as a rebalancing strategy to diversify their crypto assets, rather than simply exiting the digital market.
•University Financial Context : This change comes amid reports that Harvard faces a $113 million operating budget deficit in fiscal year 2025, even though its total endowment continues to grow to $56.9 billion.