Timing the market is hard, especially with volatile assets like Bitcoin. Dollar cost averaging offers a simple way for Australians to invest regularly and build confidence over time.
Dollar cost averaging, or DCA, is an investment strategy where you purchase a fixed amount of an asset at regular intervals, regardless of the current market price. Instead of trying to time the market, DCA smooths out your purchase price over time by spreading your investment across different price points.
For example, you might invest $100 into Bitcoin every two weeks rather than spending $1,200 all at once. Sometimes you’ll buy when the price is high, other times when it’s low, but overall you reduce the impact of short-term volatility.
Bitcoin’s price history is marked by sharp highs and deep corrections. While the long-term trend has been positive, short-term timing is difficult — even for experienced investors.
Dollar cost averaging offers several benefits:
Let’s say you choose to invest $50 in Bitcoin every Monday using Elbaite. Over four weeks, your investment might look like this:
Dollar cost averaging is well suited to:
Even when using DCA, it’s essential to maintain control over your assets. Buying Bitcoin regularly means nothing if your crypto is held by a third-party platform with control over your keys.
Self-custody ensures:
Elbaite is Australia’s award-winning, fully regulated crypto exchange founded in 2017. It is the only platform that lets Australians invest their way, whether through:
Dollar cost averaging is a smart way to reduce stress and build your Bitcoin stack over time. Whether you’re just starting or looking for a disciplined approach to grow your holdings, DCA offers a path forward without needing to predict the market. Start with Elbaite today and experience secure, self-custody trading designed for Australians who want to invest their way.
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