Amid global recession fears, Bitcoin’s appeal as a safe-haven asset grows, driven by its decentralized nature and fixed supply. Unlike gold, which correlates negatively with equities (-0.3), BTC shows a low positive correlation (0.2-0.4) with stocks, per 2024 data, reflecting hybrid risk-on/risk-off behavior. BTC’s volatility (30% annualized) exceeds gold’s (15%), but its 2025 ETF inflows ($2B monthly) signal institutional trust. If recession hits, BTC could rise 10-15%, targeting $95,000, though liquidity risks persist. Gold remains a steadier hedge.