Gold has surpassed $4,320 and silver has reached $66 as investors flock to safer assets.
In contrast, Bitcoin is struggling to maintain its position below $90,000, experiencing a nearly 7% decline while precious metals significantly outperform the cryptocurrency market.
Analyst Michael van de Poppe suggests that Bitcoin could see a rebound if gold reaches its peak and liquidity begins to shift back into cryptocurrencies.
The allure of precious metals is growing as investors seek refuge. Silver has achieved an unprecedented high, while gold surged by 16% in just one day, approaching its October record of $4,381.
On the other hand, Bitcoin appears stagnant as it battles to surpass the $90,000 mark with capital moving away from digital currencies.
Record Highs for Gold and Silver Amidst Bitcoin’s Decline
Recent global market data indicates that gold prices have soared to new heights above $4,320 per ounce—a remarkable increase of over 60% this year. Simultaneously, silver has demonstrated even greater strength by climbing to an all-time high of $66.
The analyst points out that Bitcoin’s Relative Strength Index (RSI) compared to gold has dipped below 30—an occurrence seen only three times previously in 2015, 2018, and 2022. Each time this happened marked a significant bottom for Bitcoin against gold prices.
While Van de Poppe cautions that this does not guarantee an imminent reversal in trends; it does imply that gold may currently be overpriced relative to Bitcoin. Historical patterns suggest such extremes often lead capital back into the crypto space.
Critical Price Levels on the Horizon
A technical analysis reveals:
Bitcoin support: $84,000–$85,000
Bitcoin resistance: $90,000–$92,000
A breakthrough above these resistance levels could indicate renewed upward momentum for Bitcoin’s price trajectory.
The analyst also speculates that January might represent a macro peak for gold prices—especially if liquidity conditions tighten or significant economic events disrupt markets.
This said; despite reaching all-time highs exceeding $126K in October 2025; currently underperforming metrics suggest there may be potential for recovery once interest in precious metals subsides and liquidity flows back toward cryptocurrencies again.