Bitcoin ETF outflows hit $358M amid price decline

Bitcoin ETF outflows hit $358M amid price decline
Bitcoin ETFs show investor caution

​U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) faced a significant downturn on Thursday, posting a net outflow of $358.6 million. This movement brought an end to a 10-day streak of consistent inflows that had collectively amounted to over $4.26 billion.

Key highlights

• U.S. Bitcoin ETFs recorded a $358.6 million outflow, halting a $4.26 billion inflow streak.

• BlackRock’s IBIT fund was the exception, bringing in $125 million and continuing to lead among institutional investors.

• Despite the outflows, whales acquired more than 20,000 BTC worth $2 billion, signaling long-term confidence.

According to SoSoValue, this marks the largest single-day outflow since March 11. The reversal occurred amid a surge in trading activity, with ETF volume spiking to $5.39 billion compared to $3.5 billion the day before. This heightened interest coincided with widespread redemptions across multiple funds, reported BitcoinSistemi.

IBIT stands out

One notable exception to the trend was BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), which attracted $125 million in new inflows. Previously a key driver in the 10-day rally, the fund brought in more than $4 billion over the period and solidified its position as a preferred vehicle for institutional exposure to Bitcoin.

 Spot Bitcoin ETF Inflows. Source: SoSoValue

Falling cumulative inflows and Bitcoin price

Across the broader market, several major fund managers reported significant capital withdrawals. As a result, total net inflows across all U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs declined from $45.34 billion on Wednesday to $44.99 billion by Thursday’s close, suggesting a temporary dip in investor sentiment.

Bitcoin’s price reflected the ETF activity, falling by 2.7% over the last 24 hours to around $105,861, according to CoinGecko.

Whale accumulation signals confidence

Despite short-term selling pressure and outflows, on-chain data revealed a counter-trend. So-called “whales” continued accumulating assets. Analyst Ali Martinez noted that over 20,000 BTC—worth more than $2 billion—were purchased within 48 hours, underscoring confidence from large-scale investors.

While the day’s performance points to short-term caution, the broader trend reflects growing interest and institutional demand for regulated crypto investment vehicles in the U.S. Recent strong inflows, especially into funds like IBIT, reinforce a long-term trend toward greater adoption and maturity in the digital asset space.

Earlier reports indicated that analysts forecast Bitcoin’s market to rise to $120,000–$250,000.

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