BlackRock’s Spot Bitcoin ETF Sees Record Inflow Streak Amid Price Surge
BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, known as IBIT, has extended its remarkable run of investor inflows, reaching a record-breaking 19 consecutive trading days of net positive movement.
On May 9 alone, the fund absorbed $356.2 million, pushing its weekly inflow total to an impressive $1.03 billion. This surge in capital marks the longest streak of sustained inflows for IBIT so far in 2025, according to data from Farside.
Institutional Demand Fuels BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF
Since April 14, IBIT has consistently attracted inflows, despite—or perhaps because of—Bitcoin’s volatility. During this period, Bitcoin’s price has swung between $83,152 and $103,000, creating opportunities for both speculation and long-term investment.
Notably, Bitcoin managed to reclaim the $90,000 level on April 23 and hit the $100,000 mark on May 8 for the first time since Feb. 1. This resurgence in price seems to have reignited investor enthusiasm, particularly among institutional players seeking exposure through regulated financial products like ETFs.
BlackRock’s ability to maintain inflows over nearly three consecutive weeks is no small feat, especially considering the fund’s previous longest 2025 streak was a nine-day run during the politically charged period around U.S. President Donald Trump’s January inauguration.
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That earlier stretch, from Jan. 15 to Jan. 28, pales in comparison to the current 19-day run, which is quickly approaching the all-time record of 104 consecutive inflow days set from IBIT’s launch through April 23, 2024.
Since the debut of spot Bitcoin ETFs in January 2024, approximately $41.13 billion has flowed into these products, showing their growing role in institutional portfolios. IBIT, as one of the most prominent funds in this category, has led the charge, becoming a bellwether for investor sentiment around Bitcoin.
US Bitcoin ETF inflows (Source: Farside Investors)
Bitcoin ETF Momentum Grows Following Award Recognition and Institutional Optimism
Adding to IBIT’s momentum was its recent accolade at the annual etf.com ETF awards. On April 23, the fund was named “Best New ETF,†validating its performance and popularity among investors.
Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas endorsed the recognition in an X post, stating it “feels right to me,†a sentiment echoed by much of the crypto and traditional finance community.
This institutional validation appears to be part of a broader trend. According to André Dragosch, head of European research at Bitwise, institutional adoption is laying the groundwork for Bitcoin to rival gold in terms of market capitalization.
During an April 30 appearance an X Space, Dragosch projected a $1 million Bitcoin price by 2029, citing structural inflows from ETFs and increasing investor confidence.
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With Bitcoin now firmly above $100,000 once again and the BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF riding high on sustained inflows and positive sentiment, the crypto market seems poised for another growth phase. While volatility remains an ever-present risk, the convergence of institutional interest, regulatory clarity, and upward price action suggests that ETFs are not just a passing trend but a foundational element of Bitcoin’s future financial ecosystem.
