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BlackRock, the global leader in asset management, experienced a remarkable surge in its crypto ETF inflows over a span of just five days, reflecting heightened enthusiasm for Bitcoin and Ethereum products. Between July 13 and July 17, the firm’s three main funds—IBIT, ETHA, and ETHB—attracted a substantial $343.4 million.
Bitcoin Trust Surprises with a Rebound
Initially, BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) encountered a significant withdrawal of $185.5 million on July 13, contributing to a massive $424.7 million single-day outflow in spot Bitcoin ETFs across the U.S. Yet, the subsequent days saw a reversal, as the fund welcomed sizeable investments. Notably, $138.9 million flowed in on July 14 and another $80.8 million the following day. This positive trend continued with an additional $33.4 million and $136.5 million coming in over the next two days.
The week culminated in IBIT garnering impressive gross inflows of $389.6 million, ultimately closing the period with $204.1 million in net positive investor activities.
These transactions signify funds entering the ETF as investors trade shares, compelling the trust to modify its Bitcoin inventory for liquidity. The pattern was mirrored by numerous other U.S. Bitcoin ETFs, which also reported inflows over the concluding sessions after a rocky start.
How Did Ethereum ETFs Perform?
The Ethereum-focused products of BlackRock significantly enriched its crypto ETFs segment, with ETHA taking the lead. This fund saw inflows of $58.3 million on July 14 and $45.3 million on July 15. Meanwhile, ETHB, catering to brokerage clients with both Ethereum exposure and staking rewards, added $4 million on July 15. By July 17, ETHA accumulated an extra $31.7 million, culminating in a five-day total of $135.3 million, most of which funneled into ETHA during the last session.
Ethereum ETF inflow highlights:
- ETHA received $135.3 million in the five-day period.
- ETHB contributed with $4 million on one of the days.
- Combined, they secured $139.3 million in inflows.
- ETHA’s overall lifetime inflows have reached approximately $11.3 billion.
Simultaneously, BlackRock achieved record highs in assets under management, amounting to $15.3 trillion. The second quarter alone saw $192 billion in net new assets, accompanied by $321 billion inflows throughout the first half of 2026. Despite crypto ETFs being a minor component of BlackRock’s vast portfolio, their steady growth indicates a rising interest in regulated digital asset vehicles.
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