Bitcoin and gold are 2026’s worst-performing assets, and history offers no precedent

The narrative that Bitcoin and gold are the ultimate hedges against economic turmoil is dead. In an unprecedented shift, both are the worst-performing major assets of 2026, trailing behind even cash and bonds. With Bitcoin facing its second straight losing year and gold plummeting below $4,000, the "safe haven" argument has collapsed. If these assets can't protect wealth during turmoil, are they just speculative traps? Do you agree?
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