Net inflows into XRP-focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs) reached $2.62 million last week, signaling a marked slowdown in momentum. While XRP ETFs have recently outperformed other crypto investment products, the latest numbers indicate a distinct loss of pace. Despite this, the funds maintained a relatively resilient stance compared to similar products for Bitcoin and Ethereum on a weekly basis.
Noticeable drop in weekly inflows
According to recent data, XRP ETFs attracted only a limited amount of new capital over the past week, representing their weakest performance since May 8. Increased market volatility is cited as a key factor dampening institutional appetite for risk during this period.
At the same time, the subdued and lackluster price movement of XRP itself was reflected in ETF activity. Notably, this marks the first week since early May that outflows were recorded, although the net weekly tally remained positive at $2.62 million.
Last week, XRP ETFs registered just $2.62 million in net inflows, the lowest weekly figure since May 8. Yet, these funds continued to demonstrate greater strength in comparison to Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs during the same period.
Divergence from Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs
Despite the slowdown, XRP ETFs stood out by performing better than Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, both of which saw strong outflows last week. As a result, while inflows to XRP products were objectively modest, their relative resilience was seen as noteworthy.
XRP, the digital asset associated with the Ripple network, is best known for its use case in cross-border payments. ETFs offer investors exposure to price movements of an asset without the need to hold it directly, trading like traditional stocks on exchanges.
Cumulative inflows hit $1.43 billion
Steady capital inflows in recent weeks have pushed the cumulative net inflow into XRP ETFs to $1.43 billion. This trend suggests that, despite high volatility, institutional participation has not vanished. Especially at a time when funds linked to other major crypto assets continue to record outflows, the ability of XRP products to remain net positive stands out as significant.
However, the outlook in the spot market appears more fragile. Reports indicate that XRP’s price has returned to levels seen in 2024 and is retesting price ranges not reached for nearly two years. The asset has been subject to intense selling pressure, with its price once again testing the $1.0 mark.
Analysts watch for possible recovery
Despite prevailing weakness in the broader market, sustained institutional interest in XRP ETFs is attracting close analyst attention. Experts suggest that ongoing demand might spark a stronger recovery in the near term, should inflows hold up. Still, current data points out that heightened market volatility could continue to weigh on institutional flows in the short run.
Consequently, both ETF inflows and spot market price movements are being monitored side by side in the XRP ecosystem. The recent modest inflows do not suggest that institutional demand has dried up, but they indicate a more cautious trend compared to previous periods of stronger performance.
