The US spot Bitcoin ETFs, including GBTC, had a remarkable beginning to June despite some signs of diminishing hype. Data reveals that during the first week alone, these ETFs collectively bought a staggering 25,729 BTC. This follows a trend seen in previous months where significant amounts of BTC were acquired by these investment vehicles. In January, the ETFs acquired 33,456 BTC, followed by 116,561 BTC in February and 65,456 BTC in March. However, April witnessed an outflow of 6,074 BTC, which was later recovered in May with 25,729 BTC being purchased.
Since their launch in mid-January, these spot Bitcoin ETFs have attracted almost $15.7 billion in net inflows from investors. Notably, this figure includes the $17.93 billion in net outflows experienced by Grayscale’s GBTC during the same period. The 11 ETFs collectively manage more than $61 billion in total assets under management (AUM), with BlackRock and Fidelity leading the way in the US. Despite a spectacular streak of 19 consecutive days with only inflows, this streak was broken a month later when the ETFs saw $64.9 million being withdrawn on June 10. The biggest loser in this outflow was Grayscale’s GBTC, with nearly $40 million taken out, while IBIT and BITB saw minor inflows.
Interestingly, the outflows from the ETFs had a direct impact on the price of Bitcoin. In the past 12 hours, Bitcoin’s price started to tumble from just over $70,000 to under $68,000. This sudden drop led to $170 million in liquidations and had a ripple effect on the entire market. The correlation between the ETF outflows and Bitcoin’s price movement highlights the influence these investment vehicles have on the cryptocurrency market.
Overall, the performance of US spot Bitcoin ETFs has been a topic of interest for many investors and market observers. The significant inflows and outflows, as well as their impact on Bitcoin’s price, demonstrate the growing influence of these ETFs in the digital asset space. As the market continues to evolve and adapt, monitoring the activity of these ETFs will be crucial for understanding the dynamics of the cryptocurrency market.
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