Bitcoin ETFs recorded $335.8 million in net inflows on April 22, extending the streak to seven consecutive days, while Ether ETFs added $96.4 million for a 10-day winning run. XRP ETFs saw modest inflows of $2.42 million, and Solana ETFs had no trading activity.
Key Takeaways
- Bitcoin ETFs saw $335.8 million in net inflows, led by BlackRock's IBIT with $246.9 million.
- Ether ETFs recorded $96.4 million in net inflows, with BlackRock's ETHA contributing $53.6 million.
- XRP ETFs brought in $2.42 million, while Solana ETFs experienced zero flows for the second consecutive day.
Bitcoin ETF Inflows Surge: Total Net Assets Cross $100 Billion Again
The momentum in the crypto ETF space is no longer tentative — it is compounding. On April 22, Bitcoin ETFs recorded $335.8 million in net inflows, marking the seventh consecutive day of positive flows. The buying was broad-based, though anchored by a familiar leader: BlackRock's IBIT. IBIT dominated with a $246.9 million inflow, accounting for the bulk of the day's demand. Fidelity's FBTC followed with a solid $56.7 million, while Bitwise's BITB added $15.4 million and Ark & 21Shares' ARKB contributed $11.9 million.
Further support came from Morgan Stanley's MSBT with $11.3 million, WisdomTree's BTCW at $6.26 million, and VanEck's HODL with $3.9 million. Only one fund moved in the opposite direction: Grayscale's GBTC recorded a $16.6 million outflow, continuing its steady pattern of redemptions. Trading volume reached $3.03 billion, with total net assets climbing back above the $100 billion threshold to $100.98 billion. The milestone underscores the scale of the recent rebound.
Ether ETF Streak Extends to 10 Days: $96.4 Million Inflow
Ether ETFs matched the momentum with a $96.4 million inflow, extending their streak to 10 consecutive days. The flows were concentrated in fewer funds but remained decisive. BlackRock's ETHA led with $53.6 million, followed closely by Fidelity's FETH at $40.62 million. Grayscale's Ether Mini Trust added $11.37 million, reinforcing steady demand for lower-cost exposure. There was some offset: Grayscale's ETHE saw a $9.2 million outflow. Even so, the net result remained firmly positive. Trading volume stood at $813.35 million, with net assets rising to $13.94 billion.
XRP and Solana Show Diverging Patterns
In smaller segments, activity was more measured. XRP ETFs recorded a modest $2.42 million inflow, driven primarily by Bitwise's product. Trading volume came in at $11.07 million, with net assets reaching $1.09 billion. Solana ETFs, however, saw no trading activity during the session. Net assets held steady at $887.92 million, reflecting a pause after recent inflow days.
Institutional Demand Drives Selective Momentum
The broader pattern is now clear: Bitcoin continues to attract large-scale institutional flows, Ether is building a steady and consistent inflow streak, and smaller assets are seeing selective participation. The recovery is now full in flow, with total crypto ETF assets recovering strongly from previous lows. As regulatory clarity improves and macroeconomic conditions stabilize, more institutional investors are likely to allocate to these products. However, the divergence between Bitcoin/Ether and altcoins like Solana suggests that capital is being concentrated in the largest, most liquid assets.