Crypto ETPs Extend Inflow Streak to 7 Weeks, Driven by Ethereum-Focused Funds
Crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) saw $286 million in net inflows for the week ending May 30, 2025, marking a seventh consecutive week of positive flows, valued at $10.9 billion in total, according to CoinShares.
The sustained inflows show strong institutional demand for digital assets due to Ethereum’s ecosystem growth and global market adoption.
However, total assets under management (AUM) for crypto ETPs fell from $187 billion to $177 billion due to Bitcoin’s recent price volatility.
Bitcoin price chart (Source: TradingView)
The continued inflows are a testament to investor confidence despite regulatory uncertainties, like U.S. tariff policies and macroeconomic challenges. Regardless, institutional involvement increases with corporate treasury allocation and ETF expansion.
Ether ETPs Surge, Bitcoin Faces Withdrawals
Ether (ETH) ETPs led the week with $321 million of inflows, their strongest performance since late December 2024.
The inflows are in line with Ethereum’s network growth through more decentralized finance use and its resilience in futures markets.
Meanwhile, continued institutional activity, such as Sharplink Gaming’s ETH treasury purchases, further shows confidence in Ethereum utility.
While ETH ETPs recorded inflows, Bitcoin ETPs saw $8 million in outflows.
ETP flows (Source: CoinShares)
XRP ETPs recorded $28 million in outflows, a second week of losses, likely due to ongoing regulatory pressure. iShares ETFs attracted $790 million in inflows, though their AUM fell from $74.8 billion to $72.9 billion following market volatility.
ARK Invest and 21Shares saw $282 million in outflows, with year-to-date losses at $22 million, proof of mixed fund performance in volatile times.
Asset flow by institution (Source: CoinShares)
Volatility Continues as Market Dynamics Change
The AUM decline, despite strong inflows, mirrors Bitcoin’s price correction and tariff-related uncertainty, as noted by CoinShares’ head of research, James Butterfill.
The seven-week inflow streak valued at $10.9 billion shows sustained investor optimism, with Ether gaining strength through its application in smart contracts and institutional adoption. Other analysts forecast Bitcoin might test lower support levels at $97,000, though this depends on market sentiment and macroeconomic factors.
