Russian Central Bank data shows Bitcoin as top performer

The Central Bank of Russia ranked Bitcoin as the best-performing investment over the past year despite early 2025 volatility.

Bitcoin delivered a 38% annual return, outperforming gold, stocks, and bonds, according to the Central Bank of Russia.

Bitcoin has emerged as Russia’s top-performing investment over the past year, beating out gold, stocks, and bonds, according to the Central Bank of Russia. The report shows that Bitcoin generated a 38% return over 12 months, placing it ahead of all other assets evaluated.

Despite a sharp dip of 18.6% between January and April 2025, Bitcoin recovered strongly in April with an 11.2% gain. It regained the top spot while traditional markets struggled.

Over the longer term, Bitcoin delivered a cumulative return of 121.3% since 2022—far outpacing other asset classes, including the S&P 500.

The bank’s findings reflect Bitcoin’s shift from a niche speculation to a serious contender in global finance. Bitcoin’s rise from under $20,000 to nearly $110,000 was driven by regulation, adoption, and political backing.

Donald Trump’s pro-crypto stance has helped drive this momentum, with several governments and firms now eyeing Bitcoin as a potential reserve asset or financial tool.

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