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Bitcoin Shows Best Asset Performance Despite Volatility

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

9 months ago


A report by NYDIG highlights Bitcoin as the top-performing investment asset due to its high returns, despite its volatility.

Analysis of Bitcoin's Performance

Greg Cipolaro, Global Head of Research at NYDIG, noted that Bitcoin stands out from other assets in terms of its returns. He compared it to other asset classes using the Sharpe ratio to evaluate the relative performance of the asset.

Comparison with Other Assets

Cipolaro provided Sharpe ratios for various asset classes, including equities and bonds. Bitcoin showed favorable performance metrics over all time frames. He also pointed out that while gold had slightly higher Sharpe ratio over the past 12 months, the difference was negligible.

This analysis shows the contrary, that the risks (price volatility) that Bitcoin investors endure are more than made up for in terms of returns.

Further Findings of the Study

Cipolaro also noted that while Sharpe ratios are useful for comparing risk-adjusted returns, absolute returns are what ultimately matter for meeting financial obligations. This metric does not capture all types of risk an investor might face, such as censorship or seizure of assets.

The NYDIG study confirms that Bitcoin remains the leading investment asset, offering high returns despite volatility, making it an attractive choice for investors.

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