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Feb 25, 2026
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BEARISH 📉 : Crypto funds see $4 billion outflows over five weeks

Crypto investment funds have experienced a fifth consecutive week of net outflows, resulting in approximately $4 billion being withdrawn. This trend coincides with decreased trading activity, indicating many investors are not buying during price dips.

Trading Volume Decline

  • CoinShares reports $288 million in net outflows last week, totaling around $4 billion over five weeks.
  • Weekly trading volumes dropped to $17 billion, the lowest since mid-2025.
  • Major investment products show reduced transactions, reflecting quieter market conditions.

Regional Investment Flows

  • The US led withdrawals with $347 million, while Europe and Canada saw net inflows of nearly $60 million.
  • Bitcoin had the largest outflows at $215 million, followed by Ethereum at $36.5 million.
  • XRP, Solana, and Chainlink recorded minor inflows.

Market Dynamics

  • Short-Bitcoin products gained about $5.5 million, indicating interest in instruments that profit from price declines.
  • Increased volatility due to forced liquidations tied to Bitcoin movements.
  • Selective investments in certain tokens suggest tactical, not broad, commitments.

Awaiting Market Signals

  • Investors await clearer macroeconomic signals before re-entering the market.
  • Without sustained buying, price rebounds may be technical rather than trend changes.
  • The current situation is viewed as a pause, not a collapse, with potential for reversal if macro sentiment improves.