# Stocks, gold or crypto? The last 3 years’ returns have a surprising answer

- Source: Economic Times
- Published: 2026-10-21T16:05:58+00:00
- Category: Business
- Original: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/crypto-news/stocks-gold-or-crypto-the-last-3-years-returns-have-a-surprising-answer/articleshow/135096080.cms
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/stocks-gold-or-crypto-the-last-3-years-returns-have-a-surprising-answe-b10705/

Bitcoin delivered nearly 234% returns over three years, outperforming silver, gold and equities. However, precious metals led over one year as cryptocurrencies declined. CoinDCX data also shows Bitcoin topping hypothetical one-year SIP values, highlighting the importance of investment horizons and risk management.

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