Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) regained momentum during the second week of December, with bitcoin and ether snapping recent volatility to post solid weekly inflows. Solana and XRP extended their streaks, underscoring selective but resilient investor demand.
ETF Weekly Recap: Bitcoin and Ether Rebound, Solana and XRP Extend Inflow Streaks
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ETF Sentiment Improves with Broad-Based Inflows Across Crypto Funds
After weeks defined by sharp reversals and uneven conviction, capital flows began to settle into a more constructive rhythm, with investors selectively adding exposure rather than rushing for the exits. Bitcoin and ether found renewed footing, while solana and XRP continued to attract steady interest, signaling a market that is no longer retreating but carefully recalibrating risk as year-end approaches.
Bitcoin ETFs: Capital Rotates Back In
Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded $286.60 million in net inflows for the week, marking a decisive shift after a choppy start. Blackrock’s IBIT was the clear anchor. Despite seeing outflows early in the week, strong additions later in the week lifted IBIT to a net weekly inflow of $214.10 million, reinforcing its role as the primary liquidity magnet.
Fidelity’s FBTC experienced the widest swings. Heavy redemptions early in the week were more than offset by a massive $198.85 million inflow on Tuesday, leaving FBTC with net inflows of $84.47 million for the period. Grayscale’s Bitcoin Mini Trust quietly stabilized with a $22.82 million inflow for the week, although its GBTC fund finished the week in the negative with a -$38.76 million exit.
Further additions for the week were seen on Bitwise’s BITB with a $24.66 million net inflow. Franklin’s EZBC and Invesco’s BTCO added $8.09 million and $6.50 million each for the week, while Wisdomtree’s BTCW added a modest $987K. The week wasn’t all green, though. Vaneck’s HODL saw a -$25.14 million exit, and Ark & 21Shares’ ARKB recorded a -$11.12 million loss.
Ether ETFs: Momentum Builds Gradually
Ether spot ETFs posted $208.94 million in net inflows, their strongest weekly showing in over the past three weeks. Blackrock’s ETHA led decisively, pulling in $138.65 million across the week, buoyed by consecutive strong inflow sessions.
Fidelity’s FETH ended the week in the green with $35.35 million, despite midweek redemptions. Grayscale’s Ether Mini Trust rebounded with $32.80 million, but its ETHE fund closed negative with -$34.17 million.
Bitwise’s ETHW, Vaneck’s ETHV, and 21Shares’ TETH all closed the week in the green with gains of $17.91 million, $14.64 million, and $3.75 million each.
Solana ETFs: Quiet Strength Across the Board
Solana spot ETFs delivered $37.20 million in net inflows, with none of the seven funds posting weekly outflows, a notable show of consistency. Bitwise’s BSOL remained the leader, accounting for $15.90 million of the weekly inflow, while Grayscale’s GSOL and Fidelity’s FSOL added $8.73 million and $8.40 million each.
Smaller but steady contributions came from Vaneck’s VSOL ($3.06 million) and Franklin’s SOEZ ($1.12 million), reinforcing Solana’s position as the most stable inflow story among major altcoin ETFs.
Read more: ETF Flows Recap: Red Week for Bitcoin and Ether, Green for Solana and XRP
XRP ETFs: Demand Holds Firm
XRP spot ETFs extended their winning streak with $93.57 million in weekly inflows. Franklin’s XRPZ led decisively, contributing $50.27 million, while Bitwise’s XRP ($25.44 million), Canary’s XRPC ($11.40 million), and Grayscale’s GXRP ($6.82 million) all recorded consistent daily additions. Five consecutive weeks of inflows now point to sustained institutional positioning in XRP-linked products.
The Dec. 8–12 week marked a clear stabilization phase for crypto ETFs. Bitcoin and ether reclaimed positive footing, solana maintained remarkable consistency, and XRP continued to build quiet momentum, setting a steadier tone heading deeper into December.
FAQ📈
- How did Bitcoin ETFs perform this week?
Bitcoin ETFs posted $286.6 million in weekly inflows, led by strong late-week demand for BlackRock’s IBIT. - Did Ether ETFs recover from recent volatility?
Yes, ether ETFs added $208.9 million, marking their strongest inflow week in nearly a month. - Which altcoin ETFs showed the most consistency?
Solana ETFs saw $37.2 million in inflows with no weekly outflows across all funds. - What is driving the continued demand for XRP ETFs?
XRP ETFs extended their streak to five straight positive weeks as institutional positioning builds.
