Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have experienced a robust inflow streak for three consecutive days, effectively counteracting earlier losses observed in early January.
On Wednesday, spot Bitcoin ETF inflows surged to over $843.6 million, marking the highest single-day inflows recorded in 2026 so far, according to data compiled by crypto research platform SoSoValue. This impressive inflow follows a three-day period during which spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted more than $1.7 billion. This influx has successfully offset the outflows totaling approximately $1.4 billion that occurred between January 6th and 9th.
The recent surge in inflows coincided with Bitcoin's ascent, as the cryptocurrency revisited two-month highs, surpassing $97,000 on Wednesday. This price action has bolstered investor sentiment, leading to a bullish shift in the Crypto Fear & Greed Index for the first time since October.
BlackRock's IBIT Leads Daily Inflows
Investment management giant BlackRock emerged as the top performer in spot Bitcoin ETF inflows on Wednesday, with its iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) attracting over $648 million. Following closely was Fidelity’s Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC), which saw inflows of $125.4 million. ARK Invest's ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF (ARKB) contributed $30 million, while the Bitwise Bitcoin ETF (BITB) garnered $10.6 million in inflows.
January Inflows Reach $1.5 Billion
In the first nine trading days of January, spot Bitcoin ETFs have collectively attracted $1.5 billion in inflows, indicating a significant reversal in market trends. Tuesday's inflows, amounting to $754 million, were the largest recorded since October 7th, when spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced inflows of $875.6 million, as reported by SoSoValue.
The substantial increase in Bitcoin fund inflows occurred as BTC's price climbed past the $97,000 mark for the first time since mid-November. After briefly reaching a high of $97,957 on Wednesday, Bitcoin experienced a slight pullback, trading at $96,642 at the time of publication, according to Coinbase data.
In response to the price surge, the Crypto Fear & Greed Index jumped to 61 on Wednesday, entering the “greed” territory. This marks the first time the index has reached this level since October, reflecting increased investor optimism.