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35% of European investors are willing to switch banks for cryptocurrency, according to Börse Stuttgart Digital., 2026/04/22 10:38:39
More than a third of European investors are prepared to switch banks for improved conditions related to cryptocurrency transactions. This is indicated by the findings of a survey conducted by Börse Stuttgart Digital among 6,000 investors from Germany, Italy, Spain, and France.
The survey was carried out from August 29, 2025, to January 21, 2026. According to the results, one in five European investors anticipates that their bank will start offering access to cryptocurrencies within the next three years. The highest expectations are in Germany (22%), followed by Spain (19%), Italy (18%), and France (16%). 35% of respondents are willing to change banks if another institution provides better investment opportunities in cryptocurrencies. This trend is evident across all markets: Spain leads with 40%, followed by Italy (35%), France (33%), and Germany (29%).
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