Significant Capital Withdrawals Observed in Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs as Market Volatility Intensifies

As of April 18, 2025, the cryptocurrency market is experiencing heightened uncertainty, leading to substantial outflows from Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Investors are pulling back amid fluctuating prices and regulatory concerns, reflecting a cautious approach to digital asset exposure. Analysts attribute this trend to macroeconomic pressures and shifting risk appetite, with institutional players reassessing their positions. The outflows highlight broader market hesitancy as traders await clearer signals on future price direction and regulatory frameworks.

The crypto ETF sector is reportedly going through a turbulent phase. As per the data from Lookonchain, Bitcoin ($BTC) and Ethereum ($ETH) ETFs have witnessed substantial outflows on the 17th of April, highlighting a decrease in investor interest. The on-chain analytics platform shared the detailed grim outlook of the ETF market in a recent X post.

Apr 17 Update:

10 #Bitcoin ETFs
NetFlow: -2,050 $BTC(-$172.33M)#Fidelity outflows 1,353 $BTC($113.75M) and currently holds 194,273 $BTC($16.33B).

9 #Ethereum ETFs
NetFlow: -10,484 $ETH(-$16.56M)#Grayscale(ETHE) outflows 6,657 $ETH($10.52M) and currently holds 1,174,546… pic.twitter.com/S9UoJTX8aO

Bitcoin ETFs See 2,050 $BTC in Outflows

According to Lookonchain, Bitcoin exchange-traded funds have recorded a cumulative outflow of nearly 2,050 $BTC. This figure accounts for up to $172.33M in total. With this, the weekly flow of these ETFs has turned negative at 3,997 $BTC, equaling almost $336.05M. Irrespective of the outflows, the cumulative $BTC holdings throughout ten big exchange-traded funds are still massive at 1,111,163 $BTC. This denotes a total value of $93.42B.

$FBTC Sees Biggest Outflow of $1,353 $BTC among Bitcoin ETFs

The biggest single-day outflow was seen by Fidelity’s $FBTC at 1,353 $BTC (equaling $113.75M). At present, it possesses 194,273 $BTC with a value of $16.33B. Likewise, ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF ($ARKB) saw 1,347 $BTC in outflows. However, in an optimistic development, BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ($IBIT) reported 364 $BTC in net inflows. As a result of this, the ETF now possesses total of 572,233 $BTC.

Ethereum ETFs Lose 10,484 $ETH in Total Outflows

Ethereum ETFs experienced even deeper net outflows as 10,484 $ETH (approximately $16.56M) cumulatively left in one day. During the recent 7 days, the overall outflows touched 62,017 $ETH, accounting for $97.99M. The total $ETH coins cumulatively held by 9 Ethereum ETFs are presently 3,329,396 $ETH ($5.26B).

$ETHE Records Biggest Outflow of 6,657 $ETH among Ethereum ETFs

The biggest daily outflow was recorded by Grayscale Ethereum Trust ($ETHE), equaling 6,657 $ETH ($10.52M). Due to this, the ETF’s $ETH holdings have dipped to 1,174,546 $ETH. Interestingly, BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust ($ETHA) went through an outflow of 2,725 $ETH while its weekly flow stayed positive at up to 1,514 $ETH. These crypto ETFs signify the cautious behavior of the institutional investors, likely led by recent profit-taking and volatility. While a few funds like $ETHA and $IBIT still show weekly inflows, market onlookers will keep watching for the persistence of this trend.