Digital Assets Lag Behind Amid 2026's Weaker Returns
Bitcoin and Ether have been among the worst-performing digital assets in 2026. According to TradingView data, silver has surged by a staggering 106.97% so far this year, making it the best return among major assets. Copper and gold followed closely with gains of 66.80% and 60.41%, respectively.
On the other hand, digital assets like Bitcoin (BTC) have taken a hit, with a decline of 34.60% since the start of the year. Ether (ETH) has fared even worse, dropping more than 50%. This leaves both cryptocurrencies with negative returns.