Bitcoin ETFs See Record Outflows as Long-Term Holders Maintain Grip

Bitcoin ETF Outflows Cryptocurrency Market

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Over six weeks, US Bitcoin ETFs lost $5.94 billion, the longest unbroken outflow since 2024, with Bitcoin dropping to a 21-month low near $58,000.
Despite this, long-term holders (owning 83% of circulating BTC) remain unchanged, indicating capitulation among newer ETF investors rather than a broader market shift.

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Over six weeks, US Bitcoin ETFs lost $5.94 billion, the longest unbroken outflow since 2024, with Bitcoin dropping to a 21-month low near $58,000. Despite this, long-term holders (owning 83% of circulating BTC) remain unchanged, indicating capitulation among newer ETF investors rather than a broader market shift.

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