ETF Demand Reinforces Institutional Confidence
U.S.-listed Bitcoin ETFs recorded their second-highest inflows since inception, adding $1.3 billion in net assets last week as Bitcoin rallied above $70,000. According to Bloomberg ETF data, the surge reflects renewed institutional appetite following easing macro uncertainty and improving liquidity conditions.
BlackRock and Fidelity Lead Inflows
BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) attracted $720 million, while Fidelity’s FBTC pulled in $430 million. Combined, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs now hold over $70 billion in assets, accounting for nearly 5% of total BTC supply.
“The ETF channel is no longer just an access point — it’s a liquidity engine,” said a digital asset strategist. “Institutional allocation is now a structural driver, not a speculative one.”
Investor Sentiment Turns Bullish
The renewed inflows coincide with falling Treasury yields and a weaker U.S. dollar, both traditionally bullish for crypto. Derivatives markets show funding rates normalizing, while options implied volatility dropped 12% week-over-week, signaling sustained investor confidence.
Forward Outlook
Analysts expect ETF flows to remain strong as wealth managers expand crypto exposure across diversified portfolios. If inflows persist, Bitcoin’s ETF ownership could exceed 10% of supply by 2026 — cementing its status as a mainstream macro asset.
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