Fund flow data shows selective positioning, with investors rotating into newer crypto products while reducing exposure to Bitcoin and Ether.
Crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) faced renewed selling pressure over the Christmas period, reflecting fragile investor sentiment as the year draws to a close. Despite strong inflows earlier in the year, recent data shows that market participants remain cautious, favoring selective exposure rather than broad-based crypto allocations.
Crypto ETP Fund Flows Signal Ongoing Risk Aversion
Over the past week, crypto ETPs recorded net outflows of $446 million, extending a trend that has persisted since the sharp market correction in October. Cumulative outflows since mid-October now total $3.2 billion, suggesting that confidence has yet to fully recover. While year-to-date inflows remain elevated at $463 billion, total assets under management have increased by only around 10%, indicating muted net gains once withdrawals are factored in.
This divergence highlights a market that is active but defensive, with investors reassessing positioning rather than exiting entirely.
Bitcoin and Ether ETPs continued to bear the brunt of outflows. Over the week, Bitcoin products shed $443 million, while Ether products lost $59.5 million. Since newer crypto ETPs entered the market, combined outflows from Bitcoin and Ether funds have reached $4.4 billion, reflecting reduced appetite for legacy exposure amid volatile conditions.
In contrast, newer crypto ETPs stood out. XRP products attracted $70.2 million, while Solana ETPs saw $7.5 million in inflows during the week. Since their launch in mid-October, XRP-focused funds have accumulated over $1 billion in net inflows, while Solana products have drawn roughly $750 million, signaling investor preference for targeted growth narratives.
Regional Trends Highlight Diverging Sentiment
Geographically, the United States accounted for nearly all outflows, totaling about $460 million. Meanwhile, Germany recorded $35.7 million in weekly inflows, continuing a month-long buying trend that suggests European investors are viewing recent weakness as a strategic entry point.
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