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  • 24 Jan 2023

Bitcoin vs. gold pump narrative dominates crypto X heading into year end

Gold Outperforms Bitcoin in Volatility, Ends Year on Par

Year-to-date, gold has outperformed Bitcoin, rising 79% in 2025, highlighting the precious metal’s strength relative to the original cryptocurrency.

A two-year chart comparing performance shows that, despite different paths, both assets converged at roughly the same return level. Gold exhibited higher volatility early on, with sharp surges and deep pullbacks, while Bitcoin followed a smoother upward trajectory, experiencing milder drawdowns but steadily building momentum toward its final return.

The comparison underscores the distinct roles of the two “stores of value”: gold has historically preserved purchasing power during economic turbulence, whereas Bitcoin has been more speculative. Analysts note that, despite volatility differences, holders of either asset who remained invested over the two-year period were ultimately rewarded.

Some commentators, like Peter Schiff, have raised concerns about Bitcoin relative to tech stocks, but the overall outcome highlights both assets’ ability to generate long-term returns despite differing risk patterns.

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