Benzinga - The total net inflow into Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) was recorded at $132 million on Thursday, March 14, contrasting sharply with the outflows experienced by other funds, notably the Grayscale ETF (OTC: GBTC).
The Grayscale ETF saw a dramatic net outflow of $257 million in a single day.
In contrast, BlackRock's ETF IBIT (NASDAQ: IBIT) stands out amid the volatility. It secured a net inflow of $345 million on the same day, elevating its total historical net inflow to an impressive $12.37 billion, according to data from SoSoValue.
The cryptocurrency market faced heightened volatility on Friday:
- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) dipping to $65,565
- Ether (CRYPTO: ETH) to $3,566
- Overnight Bitcoin spot ETF inflows were notably weak at $132.7 million net, per QCP analysis
The market's nervousness was further evidenced by negative risk reversals, deepening concerns for Bitcoin prices below the $65,000 mark and Ethereum below $3,000.
Institutional players, previously aggressive buyers of calls during the market's ascent, have begun unwinding their positions.
Additionally, the entire Bitcoin forward curve experienced a decline of approximately 3-4% since the morning, suggesting a potential shift in investor sentiment and strategy.
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The contrasting fortunes of Bitcoin spot ETFs underscore the market's current volatility and investor uncertainty.
BlackRock's IBIT ETF's substantial inflow amid overall market turbulence highlights its perceived stability and attractiveness to investors seeking refuge or opportunity in the fluctuating landscape.
The unwinding of calls by institutional investors and the notable shift in the Bitcoin forward curve signal a broader market reevaluation, with implications for both short-term traders and long-term investors.
The current market may offer a unique opportunity to lock in basis yield before the curve normalizes, as suggested by QCP's analysis.
Bitcoin is currently trading at $68,357, down about 5% over the last 24 hours.
The coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether the market is facing a temporary setback or a more significant shift in investor sentiment and cryptocurrency valuations.
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