Cryptocurrency mining companies such as Hut 8 Mining (HUT) and Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA) have skyrocketed since the start of 2020. This week’s surge in these stocks was due to Bitcoin hitting an all-time high. If you’re a Bitcoin bull, you might consider investing in crypto miners. Today I’ll analyze both HUT and MARA to determine which is currently a better investment.Bitcoin reached a record high on Wednesday which resulted in a spectacular rally in cryptocurrency mining stocks, such as Hut 8 Mining (HUT) and Marathon Digital (MARA). That’s because stock prices of crypto mining stocks are closely related to the digital asset they mine.
Since the start of 2020, shares of Hut 8 Mining have gained more than 1,300% in cumulative returns. Comparatively, Marathon Digital has returned a staggering 5,670% to investors in less than two years. In this period, Bitcoin prices have surged by less than 1,000% in this period.
If you’re bullish on Bitcoin over the long term, you might want to consider investing in Hut 8 Mining or Marathon Digital. Today I’ll analyze both of these stocks to determine which I believe is currently the better investment.