Spot Bitcoin ETFs Drive Bitcoin Price to 26-Month High
Spot Bitcoin ETFs have had a significant impact on the financial world, attracting substantial inflows and pushing the price of Bitcoin to its highest level in over two years, currently at $49,900. A recent Bloomberg report highlights the “unparalleled success” of these ETFs in trading measures, with billions of dollars in net inflows within just one month of their launch.
Bitcoin ETFs Garner $2.8 Billion In Net Inflows
According to data from Bloomberg Intelligence, Bitcoin spot funds have accumulated around $2.8 billion in net inflows during the first 21 trading days. This figure takes into account the $6.4 billion withdrawn from the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) after its transformation into an ETF. The iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) by BlackRock and the Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC) by Fidelity have emerged as leaders, attracting approximately $3.8 billion and $3.1 billion in inflows, respectively.
BlackRock And Fidelity Dominate Trading Volumes
While IBIT and FBTC have surpassed $1 billion within five days or less, other Bitcoin ETFs have experienced varying levels of inflows. The Bitwise Bitcoin ETF (BITB) and ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF (ARKB) have attracted around $786 million and $918 million, respectively. On the other hand, the Franklin Bitcoin ETF (EZBC) has gathered only $71 million despite having the lowest fees among the group. Despite these differences, overall flows into these ETFs continue to remain strong.
Institutional Reservations Remain
Although these Bitcoin ETFs are available to the general public, some institutions, such as LPL Financial and Vanguard Group Inc., still have reservations. LPL Financial requires further convincing of the ETFs’ suitability for their trading platforms and assurance of their continuity. Vanguard Group Inc., a traditional firm, has refrained from offering the new ETFs on its trading platform. However, experts anticipate increased interest and flow once these ETFs gain wider acceptance among investors.
Bitcoin ETFs Shape the Future of Cryptocurrency in Traditional Finance
Overall, Bitcoin ETFs have made a significant impact on the financial landscape, attracting billions of dollars in inflows within just one month. The success of these ETFs, particularly those by BlackRock and Fidelity, has boosted investor confidence and propelled the price of Bitcoin to a 26-month high. As these ETFs gain further traction and acceptance, it is expected that interest and investment in cryptocurrency will continue to grow, shaping the future of cryptocurrency in traditional finance.
By
By
By