Ethereum ETFs Experience Significant Influx
On August 14, the financial markets witnessed a remarkable movement in Ethereum Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) as they attracted an impressive $640 million in net inflows. Leading this surge was BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF (ETHA), which alone accounted for an astonishing $520 million of the total inflows. This influx underscores the growing interest and confidence in Ethereum as a digital asset, further solidifying its position in the cryptocurrency market.
Spot Bitcoin ETFs: A Day of Mixed Results
The U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs also saw dynamic activity, with BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) at the forefront, achieving daily inflows of $523.74 million. However, the day was not favorable for all players. Fidelity’s Bitcoin ETF (FBTC) and Ark’s ETF (ARKB) experienced daily outflows of $113.47 million and $149.92 million, respectively. Additionally, Bitwise reported a decline of $30.87 million.
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When taking the outflows into account, the U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs registered a net increase of $230.93 million. In contrast, Ethereum ETFs maintained their upward trajectory by gaining a substantial $230.93 million on the same day.
BlackRock’s Crypto Holdings Surpass $100 Billion
In a significant milestone for BlackRock, the investment giant’s cryptocurrency holdings have now exceeded the $100 billion mark, reaching $103.98 billion. Bitcoin remains a dominant asset in their portfolio, with the firm holding over 774,000 BTC, valued at approximately $89 billion. Furthermore, BlackRock’s Ethereum holdings have grown to 3.2 million ETH, valued at nearly $15 billion.
Growth Trajectory of BlackRock’s Crypto Assets
At the year’s onset, BlackRock’s Ethereum holdings were around 1.07 million ETH, valued at $3.59 billion. By June 30, this figure had risen to $4.21 billion, and in the subsequent six weeks, the holdings more than tripled. Meanwhile, Bitcoin’s growth was more modest, with a 34.52% increase in volume and a 74.48% rise in value during the same period.
Overall, BlackRock’s cryptocurrency portfolio has expanded significantly, with a net increase of approximately $50 billion since early 2025, when the holdings were valued at $54.83 billion. This growth reflects the increasing institutional interest and the strategic importance of digital assets in modern investment portfolios.
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