US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds reported $697 million in net inflows on January 6, the largest single-day total since early October, according to industry data. The inflows followed $471 million added late last week, bringing cumulative ETF inflows for early 2026 above $1.1 billion.
BlackRock’s IBIT led daily flows, followed by strong demand for Fidelity’s FBTC, with most listed Bitcoin ETFs recording positive activity. Analysts said the broad participation suggests renewed confidence in regulated crypto exposure, even as investors remain sensitive to macroeconomic signals and policy clarity.
The ETF inflows coincided with modest gains across digital assets, with Bitcoin trading near $94,000 and Ether also rising. Market observers characterized the trend as cautious optimism, noting that institutional allocators appear to be rebuilding positions while maintaining a measured approach amid ongoing uncertainty around interest rates and global economic conditions.
