Bitcoin ETFs See $681M Outflows as Institutional Confidence Wavers
Spot bitcoin ETFs recorded $681 million in net outflows during the first week of January 2026, marking a stark reversal from their earlier promise as pillars of institutional adoption. The withdrawals concentrated over four consecutive days, peaking midweek amid geopolitical tensions and monetary uncertainty.
Ethereum ETFs mirrored the trend with $68.6 million in outflows. This capital flight suggests a consolidation phase for crypto investment vehicles, testing their resilience as bridges between digital assets and traditional finance.
Bitcoin's price volatility NEAR $90,000 underscores the fragility of recent gains. The data, sourced from SoSoValue, reveals a market struggling to absorb shocks despite bullish long-term narratives.