Crypto tanks since November, while precious metals hold strong



Cryptocurrency markets have struggled in recent months, extending a downturn that began in late November as investor enthusiasm cooled and macroeconomic pressures mounted.

In contrast, precious metals have shown relative strength over the same period, with gold holding near elevated levels and silver supported by both safe-haven demand and growing industrial use. As crypto sentiment cooled, many investors gravitated toward tangible stores of value, reinforcing precious metals’ reputation for stability during uncertain market cycles.

Major digital assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum pulled back from earlier highs, reflecting a broader shift toward caution across risk-sensitive markets. Analysts point to persistent inflation concerns, uncertainty around interest-rate policy, and profit-taking after strong gains earlier in the year as key contributors. Regulatory scrutiny in several jurisdictions has also weighed on sentiment, prompting some institutional players to reduce exposure. Meanwhile, capital flows have rotated into traditional assets such as precious metals, further dampening crypto momentum.

Market watchers say upcoming policy decisions, institutional adoption trends, and technological developments will likely determine whether digital assets stabilize or remain under pressure in the months ahead.