U.S. Spot Bitcoin ETFs Record $1B Inflows in Two-Day Surge
Alex Morgan
July 4, 2025
“This surge underscores the unstoppable trend of institutional adoption in digital assets,” says Jane Doe, Head of Research at CryptoInsights.
Overview
Over the week of July 2–3, 2025, U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds experienced a rapid rebound in capital flows. After a brief outflow at the start of the week, combined net inflows of over $1 billion restored confidence among institutional investors in the flagship crypto vehicle.
Inflow Details
On July 2, 2025 alone, spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $407.8 million in net inflows. The next day, an additional $601.8 million poured in, driven largely by BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) and Fidelity’s FBTC, which accounted for the majority of the capital. FBTC led the charge with $421 million over the two-day span.
Market Impact
The inflow surge coincided with Bitcoin briefly testing resistance near $60,000 before settling around $58,500. Market analysts point to these flows as a bellwether for renewed institutional engagement, citing lower volatility in crypto equities and tightening of ETF premiums as immediate effects.
Expert Commentary
“ETF flows are the clearest indicator we have of mainstream adoption,” notes John Smith, CIO at Digital Horizon Capital. “Seeing a billion-dollar turnaround in two days tells us institutions aren’t wavering—they’re stepping in decisively.”
Outlook
With cumulative ETF assets now nearing $50 billion, market observers expect further tranche releases and potential new entrants. Upcoming macroeconomic reports and Federal Reserve commentary on digital assets could serve as catalysts for the next wave of inflows.