Crypto-backed investment funds have recently experienced net outflows for the fourth consecutive week, leading to a total outflow of $200 million during the four-week timeframe, as indicated in the latest CoinShares crypto fund flows report. Last week alone, $53.8 million was withdrawn from crypto-backed funds, which is nearly identical to the previous week’s outflows of $53.7 million.
A majority of these outflows, about $37.5 million, can be attributed to Bitcoin (BTC)-backed funds. This figure represents an increase in outflows for Bitcoin funds compared to the week prior when net withdrawals amounted to $31.8 million. Over the past four weeks, a total of $160 million has flowed out of Bitcoin-focused funds, accounting for approximately 80% of the total outflows across all digital asset investment fund categories.
Interestingly, short-Bitcoin funds, which profit when Bitcoin prices tumble, saw outflows of $10.4 million last week. This signifies that speculators may be becoming less pessimistic about Bitcoin’s future price movements. CoinShares’ data reveals that investments are largely concentrated on Bitcoin funds, suggesting that investor activity is predominantly focused on Bitcoin rather than alternative cryptocurrencies (altcoins).
In the realm of altcoin funds, the most notable variation took place in multi-asset funds; investments supported by a diverse array of digital assets. This particular category experienced outflows amounting to $6.7 million, as per CoinShares’ findings.
These ongoing outflows raise questions about whether investors are harboring concerns about cryptocurrency markets, or if they are merely reallocating their investments amid market volatility. The focus on Bitcoin funds could also signify a preference for the more established cryptocurrency over newer altcoins, or possibly a reaction to recent news events such as Elon Musk‘s controversial Bitcoin-related tweets and regulatory crackdowns in the industry.
As these outflows continue to occur in the crypto market, it is crucial to consider the underlying reasons for these movements and how they may impact the long-term growth and stability of digital currencies. Despite the current unease, it is important to recognize the potential for future inflows into these investment vehicles, as the industry continues to evolve and investors seek to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Source: Cryptonews
