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Bitcoin up 24 percent in August, strongest since 2017 despite U.S.-Iran clash
Bitcoin posted its strongest August rise since 2017, gaining more than 24 percent to trade around $78,000, despite renewed U.S.-Iran military clashes and a hawkish turn by the Federal Reserve. Brent crude climbed to around $91 a barrel after strikes and retaliation, stoking inflation worries. Analysts said oil supply disruption risks remain limited. Market data showed spot trading volumes stayed weak, though activity stabilized and some exchanges saw modest month-on-month increases.
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Bitcoin posts 32.48 percent return in Q3, raising focus on possible fourth-quarter gains
Bitcoin is drawing attention for possible additional gains in the fourth quarter after its strongest August performance in 9 years. U.Today reported on Aug. 31 that Bitcoin\'s 2026 third-quarter return stands at 32.48 percent. The cryptocurrency rebounded after quarterly declines in the first and second quarters, and the rise is being compared with 2017. Inflows to U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs and short liquidations also supported the upswing.
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Fidelity returns table puts bitcoin, gold and long-term bonds among worst in first half of 2026
Fidelity data show bitcoin was among the weakest-performing major liquid assets in the first half of 2026, alongside gold and long-term bonds. Fidelity Investments global macro director Jurrien Timmer released the latest edition of the firm’s “periodic table of investment returns,” placing bitcoin at the bottom with gold and long-term U.S. Treasuries. Emerging markets, small caps and Japan ranked near the top, highlighting a shift in relative performance.
