- CUSIP
- 97720F101
- Issuer
- WisdomTree
- Inception Date
- Jan 11, 2024
- Category
- Cryptocurrency
- Leveraged
- 1x (No leverage)
- Distribution Policy
- Accumulating
- Asset Class
- Cryptocurrency
- Asset Class Size
- Multi-Cap
- Asset Class Style
- Blend
- Assets Under Management
- $172M
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Performance
BTCW Performance Chart
Wisdom Tree Bitcoin Fund (BTCW) is down 23.4% since the beginning of the year. BTCW is currently trading at $71 per share.
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Returns By Period
Wisdom Tree Bitcoin Fund (BTCW) has returned -23.38% so far this year and -35.84% over the past 12 months.
Wisdom Tree Bitcoin Fund
- 1D
- -6.01%
- 1M
- -14.40%
- YTD
- -23.38%
- 6M
- -26.40%
- 1Y
- -35.84%
- 3Y*
- —
- 5Y*
- —
- 10Y*
- —
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- 0.13%
- 1M
- 5.25%
- YTD
- 11.16%
- 6M
- 11.43%
- 1Y
- 28.20%
- 3Y*
- 21.12%
- 5Y*
- 12.66%
- 10Y*
- 13.75%
BTCW Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jan 11, 2024, BTCW's average daily return is +0.11%, while the average monthly return is +2.25%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 2.6 years.
Historically, 50% of months were positive and 50% were negative. The best month was Feb 2024 with a return of +46.0%, while the worst month was Feb 2026 at -21.6%. The longest winning streak lasted 4 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.
On a daily basis, BTCW closed higher 49% of trading days. The best single day was Nov 11, 2024 with a return of +13.3%, while the worst single day was Aug 5, 2024 at -14.6%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -4.37% | -21.62% | 3.22% | 12.75% | -4.04% | -8.47% | -23.38% | ||||||
| 2025 | 9.21% | -17.10% | -2.30% | 14.30% | 11.11% | 3.07% | 8.31% | -7.34% | 5.79% | -4.11% | -17.51% | -3.39% | -6.05% |
| 2024 | -8.38% | 45.98% | 14.31% | -16.92% | 14.48% | -11.24% | 8.75% | -10.08% | 8.05% | 10.20% | 39.00% | -4.25% | 100.00% |
Benchmark Metrics
Wisdom Tree Bitcoin Fund has an annualized alpha of 0.53%, beta of 1.31, and R2 of 0.17 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since January 12, 2024.
- This ETF participated in 178.58% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 124.57% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- R2 of 0.17 means this ETF moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index - capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.
- Alpha
- 0.53%
- Beta
- 1.31
- R²
- 0.17
- Upside Capture
- 124.57%
- Downside Capture
- 178.58%
Expense Ratio
BTCW has an expense ratio of 0.30%, placing it in the medium range.
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
BTCW ranks 2 for risk / return — in the bottom 2% of ETFs on our site. This means you're taking on significantly more risk than the returns justify. Consider whether the potential upside is worth the volatility, or explore alternatives with better risk / return profiles.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Wisdom Tree Bitcoin Fund (BTCW) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.
| BTCW | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | -0.83 | 2.39 | -3.22 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | -1.09 | 3.25 | -4.35 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 0.88 | 1.43 | -0.56 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | -0.73 | 3.11 | -3.84 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | -1.27 | 14.38 | -15.65 |
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month. | |||
Dividends
Dividend History
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
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Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Wisdom Tree Bitcoin Fund. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the Wisdom Tree Bitcoin Fund was 49.29%, occurring on Feb 5, 2026. The portfolio has not yet recovered.
The current Wisdom Tree Bitcoin Fund drawdown is 46.59%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2026 bear market2026 | -49.29%Feb 2026 | 4mo 1d | — | 7mo 29dOct 2025 - now |
2025 selloff2025 | -28.33%Apr 2025 | 3mo 21d | 1mo 12d | 5mo 3dDec 2024 - May 2025 |
2024 bear market2024 | -27.46%Sep 2024 | 5mo 26d | 2mo 1d | 7mo 27dMar 2024 - Nov 2024 |
2024 correction2024 | -15.56%Jan 2024 | 11d | 17d | 28dJan 2024 - Feb 2024 |
2025 correction2025 | -12.02%Aug 2025 | 15d | 1mo 8d | 1mo 23dAug 2025 - Oct 2025 |
Drawdown Indicators
| BTCW | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -49.29% | -56.78% | +7.49% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -49.29% | -9.10% | -40.19% |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | — | -18.90% | — |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | — | -25.43% | — |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | — | -33.92% | — |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -46.59% | 0.00% | -46.59% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -15.94% | -10.72% | -5.22% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 28.24% | 1.97% | +26.27% |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
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