Bitcoin and ether ETFs draw $2.6 billion in strongest inflow week since October, tripling volume
Combined ETF weekly trading volume more than tripled to $29 billion as bitcoin and ether prices rallied, though both categories are negative on the year.
Bitcoin and ether exchange-traded funds recorded their strongest weekly inflows since October, drawing a combined $2.6 billion as both assets staged a notable price rally. Total combined ETF trading volume more than tripled during the week, reaching approximately $29 billion — a significant surge compared to recent periods of subdued activity.
The milestone comes despite both bitcoin and ether ETF categories remaining in negative territory for the year. The renewed investor appetite follows months of relatively muted flows, suggesting that the latest price appreciation prompted renewed institutional and retail participation in the regulated fund vehicles. Since their respective launches, U.S. spot ETFs for both assets have served as key barometers for mainstream crypto demand.
The sharp volume increase carries broader implications for the digital asset industry, as sustained ETF inflows are generally viewed as a signal of growing confidence among traditional finance participants. A tripling of weekly trading volume indicates that liquidity conditions improved meaningfully, which could attract further market participants and contribute to tighter bid-ask spreads across both products.
Looking ahead, analysts and market observers will be watching whether this week's inflow momentum can be sustained or whether it represents a short-term response to price movement. Year-to-date performance for both ETF categories will remain a key metric in assessing whether the products have achieved durable traction among long-term investors.
Source: The Block
