{"id":11580,"date":"2025-07-22T11:45:38","date_gmt":"2025-07-22T11:45:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/?p=11580"},"modified":"2026-08-05T06:19:48","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T06:19:48","slug":"investing-motilal-oswal-nasdaq-etf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/investing-motilal-oswal-nasdaq-etf\/","title":{"rendered":"Investing \u20b91000 in MON100 ETF: Gaining Exposure to Bitcoin via MicroStrategy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">In the ever-evolving world of investment, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/etfs\">exchange-traded funds (ETFs)<\/a><\/strong> offer a convenient and low-cost way to gain exposure to a wide array of assets, including emerging sectors like <strong>cryptocurrencies<\/strong>. But did you know that by investing in a small sum, such as<strong> &#8377;1000 <\/strong>in an ETF like <strong>MON100<\/strong>, you can actually get exposure to <strong>Bitcoin<\/strong>&#8212;through a company called <strong>MicroStrategy<\/strong>?<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote style=\"border-left:4px solid #e8622f;background:#fdf1ec;padding:18px 22px;margin:1.5em 0;line-height:1.8\"><strong>&#128161; Quick Answer<\/strong><br>The MON100 ETF tracks a diversified set of technology companies, and MicroStrategy &#8212; described in this article as one of the largest corporate holders of Bitcoin &#8212; is one of those holdings. Holding the ETF therefore gives a small, <em>indirect<\/em> exposure to Bitcoin, not direct ownership of it. On the 0.5% weighting assumed in the example below, &#8377;1000 invested works out to roughly &#8377;5 of Bitcoin exposure. The ETF&#8217;s performance still depends mainly on MicroStrategy&#8217;s core business and on the wider tech sector.<\/blockquote>\n\n\n<ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-connection-mon100-etf-bitcoin-2\">The Connection Between MON100 ETF and Bitcoin<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-how-does-it-work-5\">How Does It Work?<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-why-is-this-important-8\">Why Is This Important For Investors?<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-indirect-bitcoin-exposure-11\">Indirect Bitcoin Exposure<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-diversification-14\">Diversification<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-accessible-for-small-investors-17\">Accessible for Small Investors<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-example-calculating-exposure-20\">Example: Calculating Exposure<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-smart-strategy-crypto-exposure-23\">A Smart Strategy for Crypto Exposure<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-footnote-understanding-the-risks-26\">Footnote: Understanding the Risks<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"aioseo-connection-mon100-etf-bitcoin-2\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-477069c37f1b11d20a3172572de73559\" style=\"color:#023368\">The Connection Between MON100 ETF and Bitcoin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">The <strong>MON100 ETF<\/strong> is designed to track a diversified set of <strong>technology companies<\/strong>, with a significant portion of the ETF&#8217;s portfolio allocated to <strong>MicroStrategy<\/strong>. This company, led by <strong>Michael Saylor<\/strong>, has made waves in the financial world for its significant Bitcoin holdings. MicroStrategy is one of the <strong>largest corporate holders of Bitcoin<\/strong>, with over <strong>600,000 BTC<\/strong> in its reserves.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">Now, here&#8217;s where it gets interesting for investors: By purchasing shares of the <strong>MON100 ETF<\/strong>, you&#8217;re indirectly gaining exposure to <strong>Bitcoin<\/strong> via MicroStrategy&#8217;s investments. Essentially, a portion of your ETF investment is tied to <strong>MicroStrategy&#8217;s Bitcoin assets<\/strong>. For context on how this asset class has expanded locally, see our overview of the <a href=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/growth-of-etfs-in-india\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal_link&amp;utm_campaign=nasdaq_etf\">growth of ETFs in India<\/a>.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"aioseo-how-does-it-work-5\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2d545a741d43f83d7bc053ed3d572d76\" style=\"color:#023368\">How Does It Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">Let&#8217;s break it down:<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"margin:1em 0;line-height:1.9\"><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.6em;line-height:1.8\">The <strong>MON100 ETF<\/strong> holds shares of several tech companies, with <strong>MicroStrategy<\/strong> being one of them in the ETF.<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.6em;line-height:1.8\"><strong>MicroStrategy&#8217;s Bitcoin holdings<\/strong> are a key part of its financial strategy. As the company continues to purchase more Bitcoin, its exposure to the cryptocurrency increases, which, in turn, boosts the indirect exposure for ETF investors.<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.6em;line-height:1.8\"><strong>&#8377;1000 invested in the MON100 ETF<\/strong> would give you <strong>approx. &#8377;5 worth of exposure<\/strong> to Bitcoin, based on the current proportion of MicroStrategy&#8217;s Bitcoin holdings within the ETF.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">How an ETF is priced against its underlying basket is worth understanding separately &#8212; our explainer on <a href=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/etf-pricing-nav-inav-fair-value-explained\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal_link&amp;utm_campaign=nasdaq_etf\">ETF pricing, NAV, iNAV and fair value<\/a> covers it.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/app.html\" style=\"background-color:#ec4d37\"><strong>Get Navia APP<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"aioseo-why-is-this-important-8\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-99792769397468db47fc09d8ab3f78cf\" style=\"color:#023368\">Why Is This Important For Investors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"aioseo-indirect-bitcoin-exposure-11\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8bc9c45a8d212fed1d13cd78237675ef\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\">Indirect Bitcoin Exposure:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">Investing in Bitcoin directly can be tricky for some investors due to the <strong>high volatility <\/strong>and the <strong>need for a secure digital wallet<\/strong>. The <strong>MON100 ETF<\/strong> allows investors to dip their toes into Bitcoin <strong>indirectly<\/strong> while still being part of a diversified tech portfolio. If you are weighing the two routes against each other, our comparison of <a href=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/crypto-vs-stocks-where-should-you-put-your-money\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal_link&amp;utm_campaign=nasdaq_etf\">crypto vs stocks<\/a> is a useful companion read.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"aioseo-diversification-14\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-83f20b22316bfe9a281f46c475d8b4bf\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\">Diversification:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">By investing in the <strong>MON100 ETF<\/strong>, investors not only gain Bitcoin exposure but also diversify their portfolios with exposure to<strong> other technology stocks<\/strong>. This approach balances potential Bitcoin gains with the stability of the broader tech sector.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"aioseo-accessible-for-small-investors-17\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-56714456478be3505eb307828a3e696d\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\">Accessible for Small Investors:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">With the price of <strong>Bitcoin<\/strong> hovering at significant levels, it might not be accessible for everyone to buy large amounts of the cryptocurrency. However, with <strong>MON100 ETF<\/strong>, a relatively small investment like <strong>&#8377;1000<\/strong> can still provide you with <strong>fractional Bitcoin exposure<\/strong>, allows fractional exposure through the ETF structure, but actual exposure is very limited and should not be confused with direct Bitcoin ownership. Ongoing costs matter too over long holding periods &#8212; see how <a href=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/expense-ratios-explained\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal_link&amp;utm_campaign=nasdaq_etf\">expense ratios<\/a> affect ETF returns.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"aioseo-example-calculating-exposure-20\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-618e9e7cea46bbf7c60196574e5b026b\" style=\"color:#023368\">Example: Calculating Exposure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">Let&#8217;s take an example to understand the exposure better:<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"margin:1em 0;line-height:1.9\"><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.6em;line-height:1.8\"><strong>Assumed Bitcoin exposure in MON100 ETF:<\/strong> 0.5%<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.6em;line-height:1.8\"><strong>&#8377;1000 investment: <\/strong>0.5% of &#8377;1000 = <strong>&#8377;5 worth of Bitcoin exposure<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">This means, for every &#8377;1000 invested in the <strong>MON100 ETF<\/strong>, you are getting indirect exposure to <strong>approximately &#8377;5 worth of Bitcoin<\/strong> via <strong>MicroStrategy&#8217;s Bitcoin holdings<\/strong>.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">While this may not seem like a huge amount, it&#8217;s a great starting point for anyone looking to add Bitcoin exposure to their portfolio without the complexity of buying the cryptocurrency directly.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/open.navia.co.in\/index-navia.php?utm_source=Organic&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=mon100_etf\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"149\" src=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/OPEN-DEMAT-ACC.png\" alt=\"Open a free Navia demat account to invest in ETFs\" class=\"wp-image-9412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/OPEN-DEMAT-ACC.png 1024w, https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/OPEN-DEMAT-ACC-300x44.png 300w, https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/OPEN-DEMAT-ACC-150x22.png 150w, https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/OPEN-DEMAT-ACC-768x112.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"aioseo-smart-strategy-crypto-exposure-23\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fca24fe7fc6f74e2dc9e91ea94de5759\" style=\"color:#023368\">A Smart Strategy for Crypto Exposure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">For investors seeking to tap into the potential of Bitcoin without the complexities and risks of direct investment, the <strong>MON100 ETF<\/strong> offers a unique solution. By investing in this tech-focused ETF, you not only gain exposure to leading tech companies but also participate in the growth of <strong>Bitcoin<\/strong> via <strong>MicroStrategy&#8217;s Bitcoin reserves<\/strong>.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\"><strong>Cryptocurrency exposure<\/strong> provides an indirect route to crypto exposure within a diversified ETF, but it still carries volatility and should be evaluated against your risk profile. It provides you with the benefits of diversification and access to the high-growth potential of Bitcoin, all within a regulated and accessible financial product.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"aioseo-footnote-understanding-the-risks-26\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-40df8ca6e76f02073734c7125b7fe22a\" style=\"color:#023368\">Footnote: Understanding the Risks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">While <strong>MON100 ETF<\/strong> provides an <strong>indirect route<\/strong> to Bitcoin exposure, it&#8217;s important to note that Bitcoin remains a <strong>highly volatile asset.<\/strong> The value of<strong> MicroStrategy&#8217;s Bitcoin holdings<\/strong> can fluctuate significantly, which can impact the <strong>MON100 ETF&#8217;s <\/strong>performance. Additionally, as with any investment, <strong>past performance is not indicative of future results<\/strong>. Please consider your risk tolerance and <a href=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/category\/investments\/\">investment<\/a> goals before participating in Bitcoin-related products. Always seek advice from a financial advisor to understand the full implications of such investments.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">ETF performance depends not only on MicroStrategy&#8217;s Bitcoin holdings but also its <strong>core business performance<\/strong> and the <strong>overall tech sector<\/strong>.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 style=\"color:#ec4d37\">Key Takeaways<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"margin:1em 0;line-height:1.9\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:0.6em;line-height:1.8\">The MON100 ETF tracks a diversified set of technology companies, and MicroStrategy is one of its holdings.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:0.6em;line-height:1.8\">Because MicroStrategy holds Bitcoin, ETF investors get <em>indirect<\/em> exposure to Bitcoin &#8212; this is not direct ownership of the cryptocurrency.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:0.6em;line-height:1.8\">On the 0.5% weighting assumed in this article, &#8377;1000 invested equates to approximately &#8377;5 of Bitcoin exposure.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:0.6em;line-height:1.8\">Bitcoin is a highly volatile asset, and swings in MicroStrategy&#8217;s holdings can move the ETF&#8217;s performance.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:0.6em;line-height:1.8\">ETF performance depends not only on those Bitcoin holdings but also on MicroStrategy&#8217;s core business and the overall tech sector; past performance is not indicative of future results.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Do You Find This Interesting?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;d Love to Hear from you-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/form.typeform.com\/to\/bpQ8ZlDc\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"64\" src=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Yes-No-Button-1.png\" alt=\"feedback yes or no button\" class=\"wp-image-8901\" srcset=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Yes-No-Button-1.png 300w, https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Yes-No-Button-1-150x32.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:13px;line-height:1.6;color:#777\"><strong>DISCLAIMER:<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>Investments in securities market are subject to market risks, read all the related documents carefully before investing. 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