BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Inflows Outpace Ethereum Outflows

Institutional investment in Bitcoin surged in April 2025, with Bitcoin ETFs—led by BlackRock's iShares—recording a net inflow of over $97 million on April 18, while Ethereum ETFs saw significant outflows, indicating a shift in institutional sentiment. BlackRock made major Bitcoin purchases totaling over $105 million between April 15 and April 17, causing immediate price surges and higher trading volumes. These actions led to increased market activity and address participation, despite short-term volatility and profit-taking by some whale investors. Selling pressure mainly came from short-term holders and smaller wallets, while long-term holders remained confident in Bitcoin's prospects. Analysts suggest that ongoing institutional inflows provide stability and liquidity to the market, even amid broader economic uncertainty. Overall, institutional confidence and sustained ETF inflows continue to strengthen Bitcoin's market position.