Bitcoin ETFs End Two-Week Losing Streak with $301M Inflows Despite Late-Week Slide

Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded approximately $301 million in net inflows last week, snapping a two-week losing streak, even as two consecutive days of outflows left October in negative territory. The late-week slide underscores the volatility that has characterized the crypto market in recent weeks. The inflows were driven by renewed investor interest in Bitcoin exposure through regulated vehicles, despite broader macroeconomic uncertainty. The reversal comes after a period of sustained outflows that had raised concerns about the durability of institutional demand for the asset class. While the weekly total was positive, the outflows on Thursday and Friday highlight the fragile sentiment that persists among traders. The data suggests that Bitcoin ETFs remain a key barometer for institutional appetite, with flows reacting swiftly to price movements and regulatory developments. The October deficit, though modest, indicates that the market is still in a consolidation phase after the sharp rally earlier in the year. Looking ahead, investors will watch whether the inflows can be sustained into November, a historically strong month for Bitcoin, or if the late-week outflows signal a deeper correction.