Crypto News

Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana Reigns Supreme Over TradFi Assets

Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana have shown a massive leap over traditional financial assets like Nasdaq-100 (NDX)
Published by
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana Reigns Supreme Over TradFi Assets

Highlights

  • Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana are outpacing market leaders like Nasdaq 100
  • EXPAAM data shows massive 14-year and annualized growth trends
  • Key network fundamentals including ETF products fueling growth

Three major cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL) currently dominate traditional finance assets with stellar annualized returns. 

Advertisement

Bitcoin and Peers Triumphs Over Traditional Assets

As per the latest Exponential Age Asset Management, EXPAAM monthly update shared by Raoul Pal, Co-Founder and CEO of Real Vision on X, crypto assets had an impressive performance.

Notably, these crypto assets based on annualized returns triumphed over traditional finance counterparts. Leading the pack are Bitcoin with a gain of 141% with a cumulative growth of 22,497,039%, Ethereum surged by 152% with a cumulative growth of 404,384%, and Solana rallied by 224% with 10,836%.

The EXPAAM index which features the best-performing assets in eleven of the last fourteen years reveals U.S. NASDAQ as the first non-crypto asset with a cumulative growth of 823% at 17% annualized. Gold falls into the bottom three assets with a cumulative growth of 55% over the past 14 years and 3% annualized. The other two are U.S. Cash (BIL) and Commodities (DBC) with the lowest returns.

Advertisement

Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana’s Fundamentals

Some analysts attribute this impressive performance to several key factors. Firstly, the introduction of a spot Bitcoin ETF has spurred significant inflows into the market. Since the launch of these products in the United States, there has been a total inflow of $31.86 billion. This figure excludes Grayscale’s GBTC outflows.

This remarkable performance was driven by inflows attracted by major ETF issuers such as BlackRock and Fidelity.

Secondly, Ethereum received a boost from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently via the approval of its spot ETF, further enhancing its market appeal. Beyond the U.S., spot Ethereum ETF got approved in other countries like Hong Kong. Although Thailand just approved spot Bitcoin ETF, speculations are high that spot Ethereum may be next.

Lastly, Solana saw explosive growth driven by the popularity surge of memecoins within its ecosystem. Solana coins rank high in popularity among cryptocurrency users for their consistent gains despite market volatility.

Some of the appealing Solana memecoins include coins like dogwifhat, BONK, Popcat, and many others. These have helped propel the overall performance of the Solana network to being ranked among the top three assets with high annualized returns. 

Read More: LUNC Price: Terra Classic Consolidation Over 65% Breakout Incoming

Advertisement
Share
Godfrey Benjamin

Benjamin Godfrey is a blockchain enthusiast and journalists who relish writing about the real life applications of blockchain technology and innovations to drive general acceptance and worldwide integration of the emerging technology. His desires to educate people about cryptocurrencies inspires his contributions to renowned blockchain based media and sites. Benjamin Godfrey is a lover of sports and agriculture. Follow him on X, Linkedin

Published by
Why trust CoinGape: CoinGape has covered the cryptocurrency industry since 2017, aiming to provide informative insights to our readers. Our journalists and analysts bring years of experience in market analysis and blockchain technology to ensure factual accuracy and balanced reporting. By following our Editorial Policy, our writers verify every source, fact-check each story, rely on reputable sources, and attribute quotes and media correctly. We also follow a rigorous Review Methodology when evaluating exchanges and tools. From emerging blockchain projects and coin launches to industry events and technical developments, we cover all facets of the digital asset space with unwavering commitment to timely, relevant information.
Investment disclaimer: The content reflects the author’s personal views and current market conditions. Please conduct your own research before investing in cryptocurrencies, as neither the author nor the publication is responsible for any financial losses.
Ad Disclosure: This site may feature sponsored content and affiliate links. All advertisements are clearly labeled, and ad partners have no influence over our editorial content.

Recent Posts

  • Crypto News

Breaking: U.S. Senate Delays CLARITY Act again, Crypto Market Structure Vote Slips to Early 2026

The CLARITY Act is no longer expected to pass the U.S. Senate this year. Lawmakers…

December 19, 2025
  • Crypto News

Breaking: Bitwise Files S-1 For SUI ETF With U.S. SEC

Crypto ETF issuer Bitwise is looking to add a SUI ETF to its growing list…

December 18, 2025
  • Crypto News

Crypto Hacks 2025: North Korean Hackers Steal over $2B in ETH and SOL This Year

In 2025, crypto hacks increased significantly. The cybercriminals associated with the North Korean government stole…

December 18, 2025
  • Crypto News

Universal Exchange Bitget Removes Barriers to Traditional Markets, Offers Forex and Gold Trading to Crypto Users

The number one universal exchange Bitget is removing barriers between crypto and traditional finance. It…

December 18, 2025
  • Crypto News

Breaking: U.S. CPI Inflation Falls To 2.7% YoY, Bitcoin Price Climbs

The U.S. CPI inflation came in well below expectations, providing a bullish outlook for Bitcoin…

December 18, 2025
  • Crypto News

Crypto Market Brace for Volatility Ahead of Today’s U.S. CPI Data Release – What to Expect

The crypto market could see some price fluctuations ahead of the release of the major…

December 18, 2025