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Performance Summary of the Top Ten Crypto Index Portfolio: Mid-2025 Overview
As of mid-2025, the Top Ten Crypto Index Portfolio has recorded a significant downturn, currently down 13% year-to-date, despite notable gains during April and May. The portfolio’s original investment of AUD 1,542 (USD 1,000) now stands at AUD 1,337 (USD 867), with Ethereum making a remarkable comeback, surging 36% in May.
Recent Gains and Losses
The Top Ten Crypto Index Portfolio has seen Bitcoin and Tron as its only positive performers this year, with gains of 12% and 5% respectively. In contrast, AVAX has underperformed tremendously, plunging 42% and falling out of the top ranks altogether.
The portfolio’s structure includes a range of cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), XRP, Binance Coin (BNB), Solana (SOL), Dogecoin (DOGE), USDC, Cardano (ADA), Tron (TRX), and AVAX, with equal allocations made at the start of the year.
May Recovery
In May alone, the portfolio recuperated by adding AUD 69 (USD 45), similar to its recovery in April. The resurgence in interest around Ethereum has been a driving factor, with Bitcoin, Binance Coin, and Tron contributing to the modest gains as well.
Long-Term Performance
Despite the current challenges, the long-term viability of the Top Ten strategy remains robust. Launched in 2018, the strategy has yielded a remarkable total return of +265%, transforming an initial AUD 12,274 (USD 8,000) investment into AUD 45,000 (USD 29,186). The portfolio saw its peak performance in November 2021, boasting a 533% return.
- Best Year: 2020 (+890%)
- Worst Year: 2022 (-15%)
- 2025 So Far: -13%
Comparison with Traditional Markets
When juxtaposed against the S&P 500 over the same eight-year timeframe, which delivered a return of 63% (AUD 20,000 from AUD 13,000), the Top Ten strategy clearly outperformed despite the recent volatility within the crypto landscape.
A noteworthy mention is the performance of Coinbase’s COIN50 Index which tracks the top 50 crypto assets with quarterly rebalancing. In May 2025, COIN50 achieved a 12% return, substantially outstripping the Top Ten’s 5% monthly gain, indicating the effectiveness of rebalancing in adapting to market fluctuations.
Conclusion
This ongoing analysis underscores the transformative journey of the Top Ten Crypto Index Portfolio, illustrating both its potential for significant returns and its susceptibility to market volatility. While 2025 has thus far presented challenges, the long-term trajectory remains promising, highlighting the importance of a patient, buy-and-hold strategy within the cryptocurrency domain. This project serves as a personal initiative rather than an investment fund, demonstrating performance over time without trading, rebalancing, or selling.
The data presented reflects individual asset performance and encapsulates critical shifts within the cryptocurrency environment, providing investors with insights into the ever-evolving market dynamics.
