Bitcoin surge boosts Coinbase, crypto stocks reversing early 2024 losses

The recent surge in Bitcoin has significantly impacted the performance of companies associated with crypto mining and trading, most seeing double-digit gains in a month. 

February is shaping up to be a standout month for Bitcoin, as the leading cryptocurrency has gained over 45% this month, marking the most substantial monthly gain for BTC since December 2020. The bullish uptrend has contributed to a 36% rise in an index tracking digital asset-related firms, a notable recovery from a more than 20% decrease the previous month.

The widespread enthusiasm for cryptocurrencies was evident on Wednesday when Coinbase, a leading U.S. cryptocurrency exchange, experienced service disruptions due to the heightened activity. Despite this hiccup, Coinbase has seen its value increase by over 56% in February alone, its most successful month since November, after a 26% decline the previous month. 

Alongside Coinbase, other crypto-related entities like Marathon Digital Holdings Inc., Riot Platforms Inc., and Bit Digital Inc. are poised to conclude February positively, overturning earlier losses.

Following a challenging January, this group of companies has recovered, thanks partly to the approval of Bitcoin-focused ETFs by the SEC on Jan. 11. This resurgence follows a year of significant rallies for the industry in 2023.

However, it’s important to note that while companies linked to Bitcoin often benefit from its price increases, their shares are also vulnerable to declines should the cryptocurrency’s value falter.