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Russia's Central Bank Recognizes Bitcoin's 11.2% April Surge, Saudi Arabia Invests in MicroStrategy

By: defi news|2025/05/15 22:30:06
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The Central Bank of Russia has recognized Bitcoin as the highest-performing asset in the country's financial markets for April 2025, with an 11.2% increase during the month. The bank also highlighted Bitcoin's status as the top performer year-to-date, achieving a 17.6% return, surpassing stocks, bonds, and gold. Despite a short-term volatility with an 18.6% drop between January and April 2025, Bitcoin has been identified as the top global investment since 2022, with a cumulative return of 121.3%.Over the past year, Bitcoin has been identified as the most profitable investment by the Russian central bank, with a 38% return. Since 2022, Bitcoin's cumulative return has reached 121.3%, significantly outperforming traditional assets like gold, equities, and the S&P 500. This recognition comes amid unprecedented institutional interest in the cryptocurrency.To continue reading this as well as other DeFi and Web3 news, visit us at thedefiant.io

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