Vanguard Prepares to Open Brokerage Access to Crypto ETFs

Vanguard, the world’s second-largest asset manager with $10 trillion under management, is moving closer to offering clients access to crypto ETF.

The firm has long been cautious on digital assets, standing apart from rivals Fidelity Investments and Charles Schwab, both of which have integrated crypto offerings. But a source familiar with Vanguard’s internal discussions said the company has begun laying groundwork and consulting externally in response to growing client demand and a friendlier U.S. regulatory climate.

Unlike BlackRock, which has launched its own crypto funds, Vanguard reportedly has no current plans to issue proprietary products. Instead, it is considering giving brokerage customers access to select third-party crypto ETFs.

The source emphasized that timing and product selection remain undecided but described the firm’s approach as “methodical,” shaped by shifts in the digital asset landscape since 2024.

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The potential move follows a significant regulatory pivot under the Trump administration, with the SEC approving new listing standards for crypto ETFs and greenlighting index funds tracking top digital assets.

For Vanguard, long seen as one of Wall Street’s most conservative giants, even limited access to crypto ETFs would mark a notable shift in strategy.

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