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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.