BlackRock's IBIT dominates 80% of inflows, signaling institutional conviction to hold through bear-market lows. Real spot purchases indicate long-term positioning, not leverage or speculation.
August's zero net outflow days distinguish it from typical bear markets. Sustained daily inflows suggest institutions are treating current prices as accumulation opportunities.
Ethereum ETFs also saw significant flows earlier in August, with some weeks recording $2.85B in Ether inflows—5.2x Bitcoin flows. Diversified institutional exposure is broadening.
Bitcoin sits near $70k, down 49% from October 2025 peak. Inflows during drawdowns historically precede recoveries, but sustained macro headwinds could limit upside.
Monitor whether inflows persist after price rallies or dry up during pullbacks. Consistency matters more than size. Watch for outflows if macro conditions deteriorate or sentiment shifts.
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