#BTCvsMarkets

Bitcoin (BTC)

• Current Price: $92,780

• Year-to-Date Performance: Despite reaching highs over $109,000 earlier this year, BTC has declined to around $87,000, still significantly higher than in previous years.

• Volatility: Bitcoin’s price swings remain pronounced, with daily fluctuations often exceeding 10%.

• Institutional Adoption: The launch of U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs in January 2024 has led to assets under management exceeding $250 billion by 2025.

S&P 500 (SPY)

• Current Price: $535.42

• Year-to-Date Performance: The S&P 500 has declined over 12% amid escalating trade tensions and economic uncertainties.

• Market Sentiment: Investor confidence has waned, with concerns about a potential recession influencing market dynamics.

Gold (GLD)

• Current Price: $303.65

• Year-to-Date Performance: Gold has surged 28%, reaching a record high of $3,506 per ounce, solidifying its status as a safe-haven asset.

• Investor Behavior: Amid market volatility, institutional investors have increased allocations to gold, with 42% favoring it in recent surveys.