As often, Donald Trump blows on the embers and finance ignites. His explosive declaration on a possible occupation of Gaza by the United States sowed chaos, pushing investors to seek refuge. And like an old reflex, gold has been acclaimed while Bitcoin, supposed to play the same refuge value role, struggles to convince. Back on this battle between tradition and modernity.
Bitcoin vs or: the match of refuges values runs short
Since the beginning of the year, gold has taken off, displaying a spectacular increase of 9 % and breaking records by flirting with the $ 2,882 per ounce. Conversely, Bitcoin, this rebel of the crypto market, only increased by 3 % and remains 10 % under its annual summit.
In short, in the arena of active ingredients, Gold puts an uppercut to its digital rival.
For what this gap ? On the one hand, the Trump's shattering declaration on Gaza electrified the markets, strengthening the traditional gold rush. On the other hand, Bitcoin suffers from its status asstill active deemed too volatile.
According to Aoifinn Devitt, investment advisor at Moneta Group:
“” Bitcoin can be a bulwark against Fiat currency, but the high demand for dollars reduces its current appeal ».
Translation: during storm periods, it is better A proven buoy than an experimental canoe.
The figures speak for themselves:
- However: +9 % since January, historical record at $ 2,882;
- Bitcoin course: only +3 %, another 10 % under its annual peak;
- Record request for central banks for gold;
- Volatility of the crypto market always perceived as a brake.
And yet, some irreducibles still believe it. L'Arrival of Bitcoin ETF could well reduce volatility and attract massive funds to the BTC. But for the moment, gold remains king.
The price of gold en route to new heights
If the Bitcoin Rames, Gold, carbury to economic uncertainties. Investors, feverish in the face of trade tensions and geopolitical risks, rush on yellow metal. The veteran of the Adrian Day markets, from Adrian Day Asset Management, goes even further: he anticipates an explosion in the price of gold at $ 4,000 in a year. Just that.
Accumulation strategies also differ according to the economic powers. In the United States, we buy in mass and emergency, even if it means climbing prices and emptying the chests of the allies. China, more discreet, stacked precious metal through diverted circuits, mining locally and encouraging its population to do the same.
The objective is clear: Secure their wealth far from the dollar.
With record demand for central banks and growing mistrust towards traditional currenciesgold seems to be promised to a bright future. As for Bitcoin, he still has a long way to go to compete and triumph in 2025.
Ironically, while traditional investors acclaim gold, ultra-rich seem to turn away from yellow metal. According to Michael Sonnenfeld, founder of Tiger21, its members have placed nearly $ 6 billion in Bitcoin. Like what, in the hands of some, even volatility can become luxury.
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