Recent research conducted by Banking Methods has highlighted the performance dynamics of both stocks and cryptocurrencies, with a particular focus on Bitcoin's performance in the post-COVID period.

The study reveals Nvidia as the top performer among investments, experiencing an impressive 180% surge in stock price during the post-COVID era. Nvidia's shares rose from $293 in 2021 to $822 in 2024, showcasing its appeal to investors despite market volatility.

Following closely behind, defense and information security company BAE Systems secured the second spot with a 116.76% increase in stock price. Meta (formerly Facebook) took the third position with a 49.50% uptick in its stock price.

Other companies featured on the list include Microsoft, gold, Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, and AeroVironment, though their returns were less remarkable compared to the top three stocks.

Bitcoin, while registering a relatively modest 8.26% increase in value in the post-COVID era, outperformed many altcoins but fell short of making it into the top 10 performers. It ranked 11th overall.

Despite Nvidia's standout performance, recent data from Google Finance shows a slight downturn in its stock value, dropping by over 16% in the past month. This decline raises questions about the sustainability of Nvidia's growth trajectory in the long term.