Following recent sharp sell-offs in the Bitcoin market, new data has emerged signaling a potential bottom may be forming. Over the last 14 trading days, spot Bitcoin ETFs saw total outflows of $4.4 billion, putting pressure on prices and sentiment. However, Thursday brought the first positive inflow in two weeks, hinting that this wave of withdrawals might be ending. Despite this turbulent period, ongoing institutional buying has fostered cautious optimism regarding the market’s future direction.
Turning point in ETF outflows
The total assets managed by spot Bitcoin ETFs fell from roughly $104 billion to $80 billion, marking one of the strongest capital exit streaks in over a year. Among the hardest hit were BlackRock’s IBIT fund and Fidelity’s FBTC fund. Spot Ether ETFs also experienced over $700 million in outflows during the same period, suggesting broad-based investor caution toward crypto investment vehicles.
The modest inflow seen on Thursday broke the 14-day streak of consecutive ETF outflows. Meanwhile, the Fear & Greed Index stood at 16, highlighting a climate of extreme fear in the market. The MVRV Z-score indicator was measured at 0.34, another signal of undervaluation.
Mini glossary: The MVRV Z-score is an on-chain metric that compares Bitcoin’s market value to its realized value. Lower levels can indicate periods when the asset is trading cheaper relative to historical averages.
The limited capital inflow seen on Thursday ended the 14-day outflow streak for ETFs, standing out as one of the first signs that selling pressure in the market may be easing.
According to the reported data, Bitcoin’s realized price currently sits around $53,500. During the recent bout of selling, smaller investors increased transactions at a loss. Glassnode’s SOPR metric remained below 1 for an extended period, underlining the prevalence of selling at a loss among retail holders.
Notable moves in institutional buying
While individual holders rushed to sell, institutional actors moved in the opposite direction. Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, acquired 1,550 BTC at an average price of $65,200 per coin between June 1 and June 7, raising its total Bitcoin holdings to 845,256 BTC. The US-based software firm remains a closely watched player for its significant Bitcoin reserves on its balance sheet.
On-chain data showed a net withdrawal of 4,281 BTC from exchanges on Thursday and 6,133 BTC on Friday. Such withdrawals are commonly interpreted as a shift toward long-term holding rather than preparation for short-term sales. At the same time, on platforms like Hyperliquid, whale investors reportedly established the largest net long positions seen in two months.
Strategy’s additional purchase of 1,550 BTC, boosting its holdings to 845,256 BTC, demonstrated that institutional demand persisted even during steep sell-offs.
Oil prices and macroeconomic signals in focus
On the broader economic front, a drop in oil prices to $85.25 per barrel provided support for risk assets like cryptocurrencies. Developments indicating a draft agreement between the US and Iran eased pressure on energy costs, fueling hopes for a moderation in inflation—a closely watched trigger for financial markets.
Meanwhile, anticipation around a possible SpaceX IPO also supported enthusiasm for growth-focused and higher-risk assets. In this environment, Bitcoin rebounded to $63,600 on Friday. The same session saw the Russell 2000 index jump 3 percent, reflecting renewed risk appetite.
However, observers caution that the US Iran agreement has not been officially finalized, making it too soon to declare a sustainable recovery. Additionally, with May inflation at 4.2 percent and Goldman Sachs pushing its first interest rate cut forecast to late 2027, the macro outlook remains complex and unsettled.
