#BitcoinFallsBehindGold Bitcoin Falls Behind Gold — Market Update (Early February 2026)
Bitcoin is currently underperforming compared to gold, particularly in short-term returns and momentum. Investors appear to favor gold as a traditional safe-haven asset amid macroeconomic pressures, liquidity tightening, and broader risk aversion toward higher-risk assets like crypto.
📊 Current Market Snapshot (Feb 1, 2026)
Bitcoin (BTC) Price: ~$78,700–$79,000 USD (down ~6% in 24 hours; recent lows ~$75,000–$76,000 during volatility).
Gold Price: ~$4,900–$4,905 per ounce (pulling back from $5,000–$5,500