Bitcoin ETFs See $1.02 Billion Inflow Driven by BlackRock's IBIT

Bitcoin ETFs experienced a significant net inflow of $1.02 billion from June 16 to June 20, 2025, marking a notable trend in the investment landscape. This inflow was primarily driven by BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT), which led the market with a substantial contribution to the total net inflows. The week's inflows brought June's current inflow figures to $2.29 billion, highlighting a sustained interest in Bitcoin-backed funds despite a nearly 30% decline from the previous week's $1.39 billion.

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The surge in inflows for Bitcoin and Ethereum, despite rising geopolitical risks, underscores the enduring appeal of digital assets to institutional investors. Bitcoin attracted $1.1 billion over the past week, marking its second week of positive inflows. This trend was bolstered by US-based spot Bitcoin ETFs, which played a central role in this flow, attracting $1.02 billion in net inflows. BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) stood out with $1.23 billion in weekly inflows, bringing the total assets under its management to more than $74 billion. Meanwhile, short-Bitcoin products saw minor outflows of $1.4 million, suggesting a drop in bearish sentiment.

Ethereum also continued its strong performance, extending its inflow streak to nine consecutive weeks. The digital asset saw $124 million in new inflows last week, pushing its total to $2.2 billion since mid-April. Spot Ethereum ETFs played a significant role in the inflow streak, with the nine products logging inflows on 25 of the past 30 trading days, totaling nearly $1.5 billion. Market observers have linked ETH’s inflow rise to several key factors, including the recent Pectra upgrade and increasing institutional interest in the crypto.

Other altcoins also showed resilience by attracting modest inflows last week. Solana saw $2.78 million in new capital, while XRP brought in $2.69 million, reflecting continued but cautious appetite for alternative Layer 1s. This trend underscores the growing diversification of institutional portfolios, as investors seek to balance their exposure to different digital assets.

The continued interest in these assets, even amidst market volatility, suggests that they are increasingly being viewed as a viable component of diversified investment portfolios. The resilience of these digital assets in the face of geopolitical uncertainties underscores their potential as a hedge against macroeconomic risks, further solidifying their position in the financial landscape.