In a landmark July "Cross-Asset Winners & Losers" report, Bank of America named Bitcoin the best-performing currency of 2025, citing its 51.7% year-to-date return in U.S. dollar terms. This performance dwarfs traditional currencies like the Brazilian real (8.3%) and Indian rupee (3.3%), while major currencies such as the Japanese yen (-9.3%) and British pound (-1.1%) lagged significantly.
Bitcoin's price surged past $117,000 following the announcement, reflecting heightened institutional confidence. Michael Saylor, MicroStrategy Chairman, stated: "Bank of America’s ranking cements Bitcoin’s status as the world’s superior form of money." The report highlights Bitcoin's independence from central banks as a key advantage amid global financial volatility.
Analysts attribute Bitcoin's dominance to growing institutional adoption, limited supply dynamics, and its appeal as an inflation hedge. Notably, Bitcoin outperformed most traditional assets—including stocks and bonds—solidifying its position in mainstream finance.