Crypto ETPs See Modest Inflows as Bitcoin Dominates Amid Declining AUM
31.03.2025 14:17
Global cryptocurrency exchange-traded products (ETPs) recorded modest inflows of $226 million last week after a streak of record outflows. Bitcoin-based investment products led the inflows with $195 million, despite short-BTC products enduring a fourth consecutive week of outflows amounting to $2.5 million. In contrast, altcoins experienced a small recovery with a combined inflow of $33 million after several weeks of outflows. Within this group, Ethereum saw $14.5 million in inflows, followed by Solana with $7.8 million, XRP with $4.8 million, and SUI with $4 million. However, these inflows were not sufficient to counteract headwinds in the overall market, as total assets under management (AUM) for crypto ETPs continued to drop, hitting levels not seen since early 2025. The decline in AUM has been linked to a broader slump in cryptocurrency prices, with Bitcoin’s price falling by 13.6% since the beginning of the year and total market capitalization dropping nearly 20%.
Bitcoin's significant inflow of $195M suggests strong investor interest in BTC in the short term. However, the consistent drop in overall AUM and price decline since January may indicate that positive sentiment is limited, potentially leading to a short-term stabilization followed by continued downward pressure if market conditions do not improve.
Ethereum’s $14.5M inflow reflects a modest recovery in altcoin interest. This could provide some short-term price support, but the broader trend of falling AUM and general market declines could dampen long-term bullish momentum.
Solana's $7.8M inflow offers some indication of renewed buying interest. In the short term, this might help stabilize its price, though the long-term outlook remains cautious due to the prevailing market downturn and broader asset devaluation.
XRP's inflow of $4.8M may provide a brief respite for its price amidst the overall bearish market. However, like other altcoins, XRP is likely to encounter sustained downward pressure in a market characterized by declining crypto prices and reduced AUM.
SUI saw a modest inflow of $4M, indicating limited investor interest relative to major coins. While this may offer short-term price support, similar market headwinds and an overall decline in asset values suggest that its improvement may be temporary and subject to continued volatility.
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