A notable shift in investor sentiment towards Bitcoin ETFs occurred on Monday, as funds witnessed a significant outflow of $438.4 million. This reversal broke a five-day streak of inflows totaling $3.4 billion, marking a change in the recent bullish trend.
Bitwise Leads The Way
Bitwise’s BITB fund was the primary driver of Monday’s outflows, shedding over $280 million. Grayscale’s GBTC and Fidelity’s FBTC followed suit, with $158.2 million and $134.7 million in withdrawals, respectively. Other funds, including Ark, 21Shares, Invesco, Valkyrie, and VanEck, also experienced net outflows.
However, BlackRock’s IBIT stood out as a notable exception, attracting $267.8 million in inflows. Additionally, Grayscale’s Mini Bitcoin Trust added $420,460, partially offsetting the overall outflow trend.
Ethereum ETFs Gain Momentum
While Bitcoin ETFs faced headwinds, U.S.-based Ethereum ETFs recorded modest inflows of $2.8 million on Monday. Bitwise, Fidelity, and VanEck Funds contributed positively, while 21Shares and Grayscale reported minor outflows. Ethereum ETF trading volumes surged to $711.2 million, significantly higher than the previous Friday’s $373.9 million.
The cumulative inflows into Ethereum ETFs now stand at $109 million, signifying growing investor interest in the asset. Analysts believe Ethereum could benefit from Bitcoin’s consolidation phase, potentially narrowing the gap between the two leading cryptocurrencies. Furthermore, Solana attracted $16 million in inflows, outperforming Ethereum’s gains. Other altcoins, including XRP, Litecoin, and Chainlink, also drew notable investments, highlighting the broader market’s interest in alternative cryptocurrencies.
A Cautious Market
Bitcoin’s recent rally to nearly $100,000 has triggered a mix of profit-taking and strategic repositioning among investors. This pause in Bitcoin’s momentum has contributed to a 5.4% drop in its total ETF assets, now valued at $102.2 billion. Nevertheless, cumulative inflows across all Bitcoin ETFs remain substantial at $30.4 billion.
Short-Bitcoin products also saw inflows of $10 million, reflecting a cautious sentiment as Bitcoin approached psychological resistance levels. The total monthly inflows for these products reached $58 million, the highest since August 2022.
As Bitcoin consolidates, attention has shifted to altcoins and potential opportunities in Ethereum. Market observers suggest this phase may lead to a renewed push toward the $100,000 milestone.
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