According to Coinshares’ research, bitcoin (BTC) emerged as the undisputed leader, drawing in $3 billion of the total inflows. While recent price peaks spurred some profit-taking activities in Germany and Sweden, bitcoin’s allure remains steady. Interestingly, short-BTC products also pulled in $10 million, reflecting diverse investor sentiment.
In the U.S., inflows dominated with $3.2 billion, while European markets like Germany, Sweden, and Switzerland experienced outflows of $40 million, $84 million, and $17 million, respectively, as investors capitalized on local price surges. The report shows, however, that regions such as Canada and Hong Kong saw inflows of $31 million and $30 million, demonstrating continued optimism elsewhere.
Among altcoins, solana (SOL) stole the spotlight with $16 million in inflows, far outpacing ethereum (ETH), which attracted $2.8 million. Meanwhile, XRP, litecoin (LTC), and chainlink (LINK) saw $15 million, $4.1 million, and $1.3 million, respectively. Conversely, multi-asset products faced a second consecutive week of outflows, totaling $10.5 million.
Coinshares’ data highlights that year-to-date inflows have surged to $37 billion, a figure that dwarfs the $309 million seen in the first year of U.S. gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This shift highlights a growing preference among investors for digital assets over traditional safe-haven investments.
Butterfill’s analysis points to an evolving market shaped by regional trends and shifting crypto asset preferences. Despite market turbulence, institutional interest in cryptocurrencies continues to expand.
The substantial inflows, particularly in bitcoin, underline its position as a premier digital asset, while other alternative cryptocurrencies display varying levels of investor interest, hinting at a dynamic and maturing market.
