Invest in cryptocurrencies

Invest in cryptocurrencies with TradeDirect

You can invest in most cryptocurrencies (including Bitcoin, Avalanche, Ethereum, Solana, and Polkadot) without having to open an account on a crypto exchange.
With TradeDirect, you can invest indirectly in the main cryptocurrencies through financial products that track their performance (ETPs, ETFs, certificates, etc.).
TradeDirect provides a simple way of investing in crypto through tracker products available on the Swiss stock market.
Visit the SIX Swiss Exchange website to view all crypto-linked products available on the Swiss stock market, and invest in them directly from your TradeDirect account.

Simple

You can trade crypto products from your regular
TradeDirect account – no need to open a separate account.

Transparent

You can buy and sell crypto products at
standard TradeDirect fees.

Disclaimer

BCV does not provide any advice about cryptocurrencies or financial products linked to them, conduct any analyses, make any recommendations, or issue any opinions on the quality of the products in question or of their issuer. BCV similarly does not provide information on the risks of cryptocurrency investments. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are aware of the risks involved.

TradeDirect fees

AMOUNT	SWISS FEES (CHF)*
0-500	3.90
500—750	5.90
750—1,000	5.90
1,000 — 2,000	10.90
2,000 — 10,000	29.90
10,000 — 15,000	44.90

See our full fee schedule.

The order entry screen shows estimated fees for the transaction in question, but they are non-binding; only the final order confirmation is authoritative. If you have any questions about fees, please contact our Customer Service Center before placing your order.

* Fees for SIX Swiss Exchange
For unlisted investment funds, brokerage fees apply to purchases; sales are free. For certain unlisted funds, BCV’s standard fee applies. For the SIX Structured Products Exchange, the fee is capped at CHF 69.90 for orders above CHF 15,000.

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When you invest, you run the risk of losing money. The risks inherent in certain investments, particularly derivatives and structured products, may not be suitable for all investors. It is your responsibility to know your risk profile and to obtain information on potential risks, in particular by consulting the SwissBanking brochure "Risks Involved in Trading Financial Instruments", before carrying out any transaction. The TradeDirect website does not constitute a personalized investment recommendation and does not offer investment advice. In principle, any information and/or documents on this website that relate to financial instruments or services within the meaning of the Swiss Financial Services Act (FinSA) are considered advertising material pursuant to the same Act.

Data are displayed with a delay of at least 15 minutes, and possibly more depending on the exchange providing the data. However, real-time data may be available for certain exchanges, depending on your data subscription.