Gold, silver bulls taunt bitcoin investors amid parabolic rally: 'Time has come' to switch

Group 1: Precious Metals Performance - Gold futures have risen above $4,550, achieving record highs with over 50 records set this year [1] - Silver has increased to over $75 per ounce, marking a year-to-date gain of 150% driven by concerns over physical shortages and strong industrial demand [1] - Platinum and copper have also reached record levels this year [1] Group 2: Cryptocurrency Market Divergence - Bitcoin is down approximately 6% year-to-date, while Ether is on track for a 12% loss [2] - The divergence between the metals market and cryptocurrency is notable, with gold up nearly 70% in 2025 compared to negative performance in most cryptocurrencies [2] - Bitcoin has struggled to recover after significant sell-offs, dropping about 30% from its record high of nearly $126,000 to just over $87,000 [4] Group 3: Market Sentiment and Predictions - Central bank purchases, lower volatility, and improved liquidity in the gold market are factors favoring gold over cryptocurrencies [3] - Analysts suggest that the current market conditions may lead to a bounce in Bitcoin in January as inflows from long-term investors are expected to increase [5] - The current trading range of Bitcoin is not surprising to market strategists, indicating a cautious approach among investors [4][5]