Bitcoin is often misunderstood as just another tech stock, but the reality is far more complex. Despite the visual similarities in their price movements, Bitcoin and the Nasdaq have a minimal correlation, averaging just 0.04 over the past decade. This article debunks the myth that Bitcoin is simply a turbocharged Nasdaq proxy, highlighting its unique drivers and potential as a distinct, diversifying asset in today's financial landscape.
Exhibit 1: Total Return Performance indexed to 100
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Source: MarketVector Research.
Exhibit 2: Rolling 90-Day correlation coefficient between Bitcoin and TQQQ (3x leveraged Nasdaq)
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Source: MarketVector Research.
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