Bitcoin ETFs pull in $2.39b last week despite $84k price pullback
Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds recorded $2.39 billion in net inflows last week, even as the cryptocurrency’s price retreated to $83,807 after peaking above $87,000 earlier in the week.
Source: CoinCentral · September 26, 2026 at 1:02 PM · AI-assisted report
Single-sourceWASHINGTON, 26 SEPTEMBER 2026 —
Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds recorded $2.39 billion in net inflows last week, even as the cryptocurrency’s price retreated to $83,807 after peaking above $87,000 earlier in the week.
Market Impact
The inflows marked the sixth consecutive week of net ETF inflows, though daily volumes slowed sharply from Monday’s $999 million—2026’s largest single-day inflow—to $191 million on Thursday, an 81% drop.
The week’s inflows came despite broader market volatility, with BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) leading with $1.16 billion across five sessions, followed by Fidelity’s FBTC ($701.6 million) and ARK 21Shares’ ARKB ($294.7 million). Ether ETFs added $689.8 million, while Solana ETFs drew $188.1 million, including $86.7 million on Friday alone, according to SoSoValue and CoinCentral.
Bitcoin’s price resilience near $84,000 contrasts with rising U.S. Treasury yields, which climbed above 5.2%—the highest since 2007—making risk-free assets more attractive. Analyst Ted, posting as @TedPillows, noted that a weekly close above $82,800 is critical to avoid a drop to $79,000–$80,000. Meanwhile, MicroStrategy, the largest corporate Bitcoin holder, proposed daily dividend accruals for four of its preferred stocks to boost liquidity.
Regulatory shifts added uncertainty, with SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce—key to crypto oversight—leaving the agency on October 2. The Senate also failed to advance the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, while Germany proposed taxing 50% of crypto sale proceeds when investors lack acquisition-cost records. The Blockchain Association’s CEO Summer Mersinger also stepped down, with former leader Kristin Smith returning as interim CEO.
The inflows reflect persistent institutional demand despite macroeconomic headwinds. Bitcoin’s ability to sustain inflows hinges on whether yields stabilize or ease, and whether U.S. regulatory clarity improves post-Peirce’s departure. For Malaysian investors, the developments highlight global institutional adoption trends, though local participation in Bitcoin ETFs remains limited.
Outlook depends on two critical factors: Bitcoin’s ability to hold above $82,800 and U.S. regulatory developments. If yields remain elevated, inflows could slow further, while regulatory setbacks could test Bitcoin’s recovery. The market’s next move will be closely watched by fund managers tracking ETF trends.
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