US Spot Bitcoin ETFs Log $731M Inflow, Biggest Since January
What happened: US spot bitcoin ETFs recorded a net inflow of $730.
What happened: US spot bitcoin ETFs recorded a net inflow of $730.9 million on Thursday, the largest single-day inflow since January 14, 2026. BlackRock's IBIT led with $454 million, accounting for over 60% of the total, while ARKB and Fidelity FBTC added $138 million and $74 million, respectively. August saw $3.5 billion in total BTC ETF inflows, and ETH ETFs also added $141 million on the same day.
Why it matters: The inflows highlight institutional demand for bitcoin exposure, with BlackRock's dominance suggesting allocation-driven flows rather than short-term speculation. The surge was directly linked to the Fed's dovish tone, but analysts caution that flows could reverse if macro conditions shift. The ETF channel continues to play a pivotal role in price discovery and liquidity for bitcoin.
Source: The Block