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- Crypto investment products recorded $1.06 billion in inflows last week.
- Bitcoin led demand with $793 million entering BTC funds.
- US spot Bitcoin ETFs posted their first five-day inflow streak of 2026.
Institutional appetite for digital assets appears to be strengthening again. Crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) pulled in more than $1 billion in fresh capital last week, extending a multi-week streak of positive inflows despite rising geopolitical tensions.
According to data from CoinShares, global crypto ETPs attracted $1.06 billion in inflows, with the majority flowing into funds tracking Bitcoin and Ethereum. The strong demand signals that institutional investors continue to see value in digital assets even during periods of global uncertainty.
The latest figures mark the third straight week of inflows, bringing the three-week total to roughly $2.7 billion.
Bitcoin Leads Inflows as Investors Seek Stability
Bitcoin-focused products dominated last week’s inflows, accounting for approximately $793 million of the total. The surge reflects renewed investor confidence in the largest cryptocurrency by market value.
According to James Butterfill, the recent wave of capital highlights Bitcoin’s growing reputation as a relative safe-haven asset compared with traditional markets during geopolitical stress.
Since tensions linked to the Iran crisis intensified, assets under management in crypto ETPs have climbed nearly 9.4%, reaching close to $140 billion. The increase suggests that some investors are turning to digital assets as part of a broader portfolio diversification strategy.
Bitcoin ETPs have now accumulated around $933 million in net inflows so far this year.
Ethereum Funds Rebound but Remain in the Red
While Ethereum investment products saw strong inflows last week—about $315 million—they have not yet fully recovered from earlier outflows in 2026.
Year-to-date, Ethereum funds still show roughly $23 million in net withdrawals. However, the recent surge in demand indicates that sentiment toward the second-largest cryptocurrency may be improving.
New staking-focused exchange-traded funds in the United States have helped drive some of the renewed interest, contributing to the positive flow momentum across crypto investment products.
Spot Bitcoin ETFs Show Signs of Recovery
Another key development last week was the performance of US spot Bitcoin ETFs. These funds recorded their first five-day streak of positive inflows in 2026, attracting more than $767 million in fresh capital.
Despite the recent recovery, the ETFs remain slightly negative for the year. Heavy outflows earlier in January and February still weigh on the yearly totals.
Whether the products can fully reverse their losses will depend on whether the current inflow trend continues in the coming weeks.
The latest data suggests that institutional investors are gradually returning to crypto investment products, with Bitcoin and Ethereum leading the charge. Strong inflows into ETPs and ETFs highlight growing resilience in the digital asset market, even as geopolitical tensions persist.
If the trend continues, the recent momentum could signal a broader recovery in institutional demand for crypto assets.
Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. The author’s views are personal and may not reflect the views of Chain Affairs. Before making any investment decisions, you should always conduct your own research. Chain Affairs is not responsible for any financial losses.
