The First Trust SkyBridge Crypto Industry and Digital Economy ETF (NYSEARCA:CRPT) faced significant headwinds in 2025, disappointing investors who anticipated a crypto renaissance following President Trump’s election victory and promises to make America the “crypto capital of the world.” The fund’s concentrated bets on Bitcoin miners and proxy stocks delivered challenging returns as the sector navigated operational pressures.
After A Miserable 2025 First Trust SkyBridge Crypto ETF Looks Ready To Soar in 2026
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Michael Williams
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CRPT fell 9.52% in 2025 as Bitcoin mining margins collapsed from rising difficulty and elevated energy costs.
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The March 2025 executive order established a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. The government will treat Bitcoin as a reserve asset.
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Metaplanet represents 13.8% of the portfolio while Coinbase is the largest holding at 4.5%.
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