BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin 
$82,774 ETF, known as IBIT, recently experienced its largest daily cash outflow since trading began, with a net loss of $523.2 million. The outflow occurred even though Bitcoin’s price rose by over 1% on the same day. The ETF’s price dropped by 1.5% in pre-market trading to $52, prompting commentators to suggest that investors are taking profits. November has seen record-level exits from ETF markets.
Historic Cash Outflow at IBIT
On Tuesday, BlackRock’s IBIT fund recorded a net outflow of $523.2 million, marking its biggest daily loss since its January 2024 launch. Net outflows for the fifth consecutive trading day in November indicate that investors are cautious of high volatility. Meanwhile, Franklin Templeton’s EZBC fund attracted $10.8 million, and Grayscale’s Bitcoin Mini Trust saw inflows of $139.6 million, resulting in a total net outflow of $372.8 million from spot Bitcoin ETFs.
Despite Bitcoin surpassing $93,000, the general market trend remains bearish. This end-of-year behavior suggests that short-term profit-driven trading is dominating investor actions. IBIT’s performance indicates a temporary weakening in institutional investor sentiment.
ETF Data Reshape Market Dynamics
SoSoValue data reveals limited asset management declines in U.S. ETFs, despite a 30% drop in Bitcoin’s price, suggesting that selling pressure mainly originates outside ETF markets. Analysts indicate that ETFs are maintained by long-term investors, while short-term selling is concentrated in spot markets.
Jim Bianco, Bianco Research President, revealed that since January 2024, the average purchase price for spot Bitcoin ETFs stands at $90,146. The current Bitcoin price above $91,000 shows that the average investor is in a profitable position. However, continuous outflows prove investors remain cautious about market direction.
