In 2025, precious metals and crypto took radically different paths. Gold closed the year up over 55%, its strongest performance in over a decade and the best return among all major asset classes. Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), by contrast, slipped into bear market territory after a spectacular rally earlier in the year. BTC fell below $90,000 ... Why Gold Shines at +55% While Bitcoin Tanks: The Great Divergence of 2025