Crypto Q1 Performance

Digital assets closed Q1 2026 under significant pressure, with the CoinDesk 20 Index declining 27.4% to 1,952. Bitcoin fell 22.1% to $68,228, its second-largest quarterly decline since Q2 2022.

The challenging quarter was marked by escalating geopolitical tensions, a cautious Federal Reserve, and institutional flows that turned sharply negative before partially recovering into month-end. Despite the downturn, bitcoin has shown resilience, returning 3.54% since tensions intensified, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell 5.09% and 4.89%.

A key date to watch will be the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting, where policymakers will provide further guidance on interest rates and the economic outlook. As the crypto market continues to navigate uncertain market conditions, the actions of the Federal Reserve and other central banks will be crucial in determining the trajectory of digital assets in the coming months.