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Bitcoin ETFs See Sharp Outflows Amid Market Concerns Over Trump’s Crypto Reserve Plan
Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States saw their net outflows nearly double, with market experts expressing concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed crypto reserve plan. According to data, the 12 Bitcoin ETFs recorded $143.43 million in net outflows on March 4 – almost double the previous day’s net inflows of $74.19 million.
Breakdown of Outflows
The top three Bitcoin ETFs contributing to the outflows were Fidelity’s FBTC, ARK 21Shares’ ARKB, and Franklin Templeton’s EZBC, with outflows of $46.08 million, $43.92 million, and $35.71 million, respectively. Other notable outflows came from Bitwise’s BITB, Invesco Galaxy’s BTCO, and WisdomTree’s BTCW, with outflows of $23.96 million, $16.47 million, and $13.07 million, respectively.
On the other hand, Grayscale’s mini Bitcoin Trust saw a net inflow of $35.77 million, helping to offset some of the day’s outflows. The remaining five BTC ETFs saw no inflows or outflows.
Trading Volume and Total Net Inflows
These investment products saw a daily trading volume of $4.55 billion on March 4, while total net inflows since their launch stood at $36.72 billion.
Ether ETFs Return to Inflows
The nine Ethereum ETFs shifted back to net inflows on March 4, with $14.58 million entering the funds, ending an eight-day streak of outflows. Fidelity’s FETH led the inflows with $21.67 million, while Grayscale’s ETHE and mini Bitcoin Trust funds recorded inflows of $10.71 million and $8.46 million, respectively.
Market Concerns Over Trump’s Crypto Reserve Plan
The surge in Bitcoin ETF outflows coincided with market reactions to Trump’s weekend announcement regarding the creation of a U.S. Crypto Strategic Reserve. The proposed reserve would include a mix of crypto assets, primarily Bitcoin and Ethereum, with the goal of positioning the U.S. as the “Crypto Capital of the World.”
“Even though Solana is our second-largest crypto holding, and many of the stocks I own are tied to altcoins, I still think this wide-ranging crypto reserve is a bad idea,” – Anthony Pompliano, CEO of Professional Capital Management.
Bitcoin’s Struggles in 2025
Bitcoin’s price has dropped as much as 11.47% year-to-date, whereas gold, facing similar economic uncertainty, has gained 10.65% over the same period. According to Uldis Teraudklans, chief revenue officer at Paybis, “this year, Bitcoin has proven more reactive to macroeconomic trends, including trade wars and interest rate fluctuations.”
Bitcoin has consistently been a risk asset, following a long-term trajectory toward becoming a safe-haven, risk-off asset. However, its increasing correlation with the S&P 500 has made it more volatile.
Tips for Investors
- Keep an eye on market trends and economic indicators that may impact crypto prices.
- Diversify your portfolio to minimize risks and maximize gains.
- Stay informed about regulatory developments and their potential impact on the crypto market.
- Consider the long-term potential of Bitcoin and other cryptos as a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty.
For more news on the crypto market, visit Global Crypto News.
