Bitcoin ETF inflows slow as XRP and Solana funds gain momentum

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Bitcoin ETF inflows slow

Inflows trend and shifting demand

Capital inflows into Bitcoin ETFs have now continued for seven consecutive trading days — the longest streak since last autumn. At the same time, market activity is easing: daily trading volume has fallen to $2.6 billion, while total assets under management have reached $96.7 billion.

Year-to-date flows remain mixed. Investors withdrew about $1.8 billion in the first months of the year, followed by a partial return of $1.7 billion. As a result, net flows are still slightly negative.

According to SoSoValue, ETFs recorded net inflows of $199 million on March 17. The bulk came from BlackRock’s IBIT fund, which attracted $169 million in a single day.

At the same time, interest in other assets is picking up. XRP ETFs broke an eight-day decline streak and posted gains, despite $33.5 million in outflows in March. Strong inflows earlier in the year keep them in positive territory overall.

Divergence across assets

Solana-related products are showing the strongest momentum. Since the beginning of the year, their net inflows have reached approximately $223 million, making the segment one of the top performers.

Ethereum tells a different story. ETH-based funds continue to see capital outflows, which have exceeded $364 million year-to-date. Even the rebound in March has not been enough to reverse the broader trend.

This divergence reflects changing investor preferences. Market participants are increasingly looking beyond Bitcoin, exploring alternative blockchain ecosystems in search of higher returns.

Market signals

The crypto ETF market is becoming less concentrated. While Bitcoin once dominated flows, capital is now spreading across multiple assets.

Interest in XRP and Solana is driven not only by price action. Investors also factor in fundamentals such as ecosystem development, user growth, and expanding use cases. Solana continues to strengthen its position in DeFi and payments, while XRP remains relevant in cross-border transactions.

Slower inflows into Bitcoin ETFs do not necessarily indicate weakening demand. Rather, they point to a more mature market environment where capital is being reallocated.

Bitcoin itself is currently consolidating around the $74,000 level. In the short term, price action is expected to remain within the $71,000–$76,000 range, signaling a transition into a consolidation phase after the recent rally.

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