Bitcoin Spot ETFs See $459 Million Inflows, BlackRock’s IBIT Leads the Pack
Spot Bitcoin ETFs in the U.S. began 2026 with over $1.2 billion in two-day inflows, fueling optimism for potential record annual demand, according to Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas.
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs started 2026 with more than $1.2 billion in inflows during the first two trading days, according to Bloomberg’s Eric Balchunas. Monday’s $697 million net intake was the largest in three months, pushing Bitcoin above $93,000 at times. Most major ETFs saw participation, with the WisdomTree Bitcoin Fund being a notable exception. Morgan Stanley filed with the SEC to launch Bitcoin and Solana ETFs, marking further institutional expansion into crypto markets. Analysts suggest strong ETF demand could constrain Bitcoin supply on exchanges if sustained.
- Bitcoin Spot ETF: An exchange-traded fund that directly holds Bitcoin, providing investors with regulated exposure to the asset without direct custody.
- iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT): BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF designed to track Bitcoin’s price and facilitate institutional and retail investment through traditional markets.