What You Need to Know:

• MicroStrategy (MSTR) leads the performance rankings among crypto-linked assets in traditional finance.
• NVIDIA (NVDA) emerged as the top-performing technology stock.
• Rising inflation, deficits, and geopolitical risks have significantly pushed up U.S. treasury yields.

It's been a challenging month for MicroStrategy (MSTR), known for its cryptocurrency investments. Despite its stock plummeting almost 50% from its peak, it remains 342% ahead for the year, outpacing other traditional finance entities connected to crypto.

Market Volatility

Throughout a tumultuous year marked by geopolitical and tech advancements, MicroStrategy achieved staggering returns, almost double that of Nvidia (NVDA), which excelled in AI-related developments. The performance of cryptocurrencies has been notable as well, with Bitcoin gaining 100% over the year, spurred by significant events such as January's ETF approvals and April's halving.

The performance of mining companies like Bitdeer (BTDR) and WULF (WULF) has also caught attention amid general disappointment in mining stocks.

As we step into the new year, market watchers focus on U.S. debt ceiling discussions, potential policies from newly elected officials, and the country's economic growth trajectory.