Bitcoin ETPs post largest 2026 outflow as crypto funds bleed $1.67B
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- CoinShares reported that crypto ETPs saw a net outflow of $1.67 billion in the latest week, the largest outflow of 2026.
- United States accounted for $1.63 billion of the global outflow, driven by $1.42 billion leaving US‑listed spot Bitcoin ETFs.
- Ether (ETH) funds lost $257.3 million, bringing year‑to‑date losses to $346 million.
- XRP attracted the only notable inflow among altcoins, with $20.3 million added.
- Laser Digital said the sell‑off lacked a clear catalyst and was linked to underperforming equities, noting that Michael Saylor’s Strategy bought no BTC between May 18‑24, leaving retail demand weak.
Why it matters: Investors in US crypto ETFs lose $1.63 B as outflows surge, squeezing fund managers and reducing liquidity for Bitcoin, while retail demand stays weak, potentially delaying price recovery.
