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Bitcoin shows weakness in 2025 amid its decoupling from Gold and the US Dollar's steep decline


Published on 2025-04-22 19:41:02 - FXStreet
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  • Bitcoin is down over 6% in 2025 despite the US Dollar sustaining a YTD loss of 9%. The top crypto and Gold have historically rallied during periods of Dollar weakness, with BTC posting average gains of 43%. The EXY has also reversed its losses since January at the expense of Bitcoin, US stocks and the DXY.

Bitcoin exhibited signs of weakness in 2025, as it decoupled from gold and the US dollar experienced a significant decline. The cryptocurrency, which had previously been seen as a hedge against inflation similar to gold, began to diverge from the precious metal's performance. This decoupling occurred amidst a backdrop of the US dollar's steep depreciation, which traditionally would have bolstered Bitcoin's value as an alternative asset. However, Bitcoin failed to capitalize on the dollar's weakness, raising concerns about its stability and future performance. Analysts noted that this unexpected behavior could be attributed to various factors, including shifts in investor sentiment and broader market dynamics.

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