Bitcoin ETFs Reach $20 Billion Milestone
U.Today reports that Bitcoin ETFs have surpassed $20 billion in total net flows for the first time, marking a significant milestone. This key metric, often considered challenging in the ETF world, follows a strong week of $1.5 billion in inflows.
In comparison, it took gold ETFs approximately five years to achieve this figure. Currently, total assets in Bitcoin ETFs stand at $65 billion, reaching an all-time high, according to Bloomberg's Eric Balchunas.
A visual shared by Balchunas shows impressive contributions from BlackRock (NYSE:BLK)'s IBIT ETF, which saw $22.46 billion in inflows. However, substantial outflows from Grayscale's GBTC trust, totaling $20.14 billion, diminished nearly half of these gains. Yet, net inflows remained robust, allowing Bitcoin ETFs as a whole to eclipse the $20 billion milestone.
New Beginning?
As noted by Balchunas, this milestone was mainly fueled by the $1.5 billion inflow in the last week, contrasting sharply with earlier weeks marked by outflows and negative market sentiment. These changing market conditions have rekindled interest in Bitcoin ETFs, driving inflows higher and helping the sector regain momentum.
While this is a significant achievement, it remains to be seen whether it marks the beginning of a new phase for Bitcoin ETFs. The future will largely depend on market conditions and wider influences like politics, even though the recent influx of capital suggests a potential positive shift in investor sentiment.
In any case, the $20 billion milestone serves as a new benchmark for Bitcoin ETFs, indicating a growing interest in cryptocurrency investments.
This article was originally published on U.Today
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