Market Tug-of-War: Bitcoin ETFs Rise as Ethereum Faces $346M Exodus


Market Tug-of-War: Bitcoin ETFs Rise as Ethereum Faces $346M Exodus

  blockchainreporter.net 26 July 2024 11:18, UTC

Recent developments in the cryptocurrency exchange-traded fund (ETF) market have indicated a notable divergence in the investment flows into Bitcoin and Ethereum.

According to the latest data from Spotonchain, while Bitcoin has seen a modest increase in ETF investments, Ethereum has experienced significant outflows, impacting its market dynamics.

US #ETF 25 JUL: $31M to $BTC and $152M to $ETH

BTC ETF UPDATE (final): +$31M

• The net flow remains positive for the 2nd day in a row.

• 8 out of 10 US Bitcoin ETFs, excluding #BlackRock and #Grayscale, recorded $0 net flows.

ETH ETF UPDATE (final): -$152M

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— Spot On Chain (@spotonchain) July 26, 2024

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF Flow

For the second consecutive day, Bitcoin ETFs have maintained a positive net flow, adding a total of $31 million. This increase is notable, especially when considering the broader landscape where 8 out of 10 major U.S. Bitcoin ETFs, excluding heavyweights like BlackRock and Grayscale, showed no net inflows or outflows. This suggests a cautious but steady confidence in Bitcoin among institutional investors.

Conversely, Ethereum’s situation appears more tumultuous. The net flow for Ethereum ETFs turned negative two days ago, culminating in a substantial $152 million net outflow. Grayscale’s Ethereum Trust (ETHE) notably registered a massive outflow of $346 million. This movement could signal a growing concern among investors regarding Ethereum’s short-term prospects, possibly influenced by broader market conditions or internal ecosystem challenges.

These contrasting trends between Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs might reflect a broader shift in institutional sentiment, where confidence in Bitcoin’s stability or growth potential contrasts with concerns about Ethereum’s current market position.

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