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Golden July with $3 billion in inflows!
2h30 ▪ 4 min read ▪ by Evans S.
In July, the cryptocurrency market reached an impressive milestone with inflows exceeding $3 billion, thanks in part to the craze for Bitcoin ETFs. But what does this wave of investment mean for the future of cryptocurrencies and who are the main players behind it? Let’s decipher this renewed interest together.
An Inevitable Crypto Momentum: Bitcoin ETFs in the Spotlight
Cryptocurrency investment products saw their third consecutive week of positive inflows, reaching $1.35 billion last week.
This impressive figure brought the total capital inflows for the month of July to more than $3 billion, according to the latest weekly report from CoinShares. This massive enthusiasm is mainly driven by the Bitcoin ETFthat have captured the attention and wallets of investors.
Last week, trading volumes for exchange-traded products (ETPs) also increased significantly, jumping 45% from the previous week to $12.9 billion. However, this high activity only represents 22% of the total volume of the cryptocurrency market, highlighting the enormous growth potential still present in this space.
Bitcoin-related products dominated inflows, accounting for 95% of the total at $1.27 billion. BlackRock’s IBIT and Fidelity’s FBTC were the clear leaders, with their Bitcoin ETFs attracting nearly $1 billion in a single week. A feat that shows the trust investors have in these asset management giants.
Positive feelings and encouraging prospects
Head of Research at CoinShares, James Butterfill, noted that this trend reflects continued positive investor sentiment since Bitcoin completed its halving event in April.
This optimistic perception is crucial to understanding why investors continue to pour capital heavily into Bitcoin products despite the inherent volatility of cryptocurrencies.
At the same time, Ethereum-related products have also benefited from this wave of positivity, with $45 million in inflows last week.
These inflows brought cumulative inflows since the beginning of the year to $103 million, surpassing Solana. Anticipation of the launch of Ethereum spot ETFs played a key role in this momentum, reinforcing Ethereum‘s position as a safe bet in the altcoin universe.
Other cryptocurrencies like Solana and Litecoin have also seen notable performances. Solana has attracted $9.6 million in inflows, although it still trails Ethereum with $71 million year-to-date.
Meanwhile, Litecoin was the only other altcoin to surpass the $1 million mark in terms of inflows, recording $2.2 million last week.
Contrasting regional dynamics
Capital inflows are not evenly distributed across the world. The United States and Switzerland stand out with significant inflows of $1.3 billion and $66 million respectively. These figures reflect increased confidence in mature and regulated markets.
Conversely, Brazil and Hong Kong saw small outflows, amounting to $5.2 million and $1.9 million, respectively. These outflows could be attributed to economic uncertainties or less favorable regulation, illustrating the fragility and variability of crypto markets across regions.
Butterfill added that blockchain-related stocks saw $8.5 million in outflows last week, despite most ETFs outperforming global stock indices. This indicates a potential shift in investor assets toward more directly crypto-related products.
July saw a surge in cryptocurrency investment, led by Bitcoin ETFs. This momentum suggests renewed confidence and growing interest in digital assets. However, capital flows remain heterogeneous globally, and regulation will continue to play a crucial role in shaping future developments. of the market.
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Evans S.
Fascinated by bitcoin since 2017, Evariste has never stopped reading up on the subject. While his first interest was in trading, he is now actively trying to understand all the advances centered on cryptocurrencies. As a writer, he aspires to consistently deliver high-quality work that reflects the state of the industry as a whole.
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