Bitcoin (BTC) Surges Above $113,000 as Spot ETF Inflows Resume
Darius Baruo Oct 22, 2025 09:39
Spot Bitcoin ETFs in the U.S. experience a resurgence in inflows, coinciding with Bitcoin's price briefly surpassing $113,000, while gold sees a downturn.
Spot Bitcoin ETFs in the United States witnessed a significant resurgence in inflows as Bitcoin (BTC) briefly surpassed the $113,000 mark. This development occurred amidst a noticeable downturn in gold prices, according to CoinMarketCap.
ETF Inflow Dynamics
On October 21, 2025, data from SoSoValue indicated that 12 spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded net inflows of $477.19 million. This marked the end of a four-day outflow streak during which over $1 billion exited these funds.
BlackRock’s IBIT led the inflow surge with $210.9 million, followed by ARK 21Shares’ ARKB, which attracted $162.85 million. Other significant contributions came from Fidelity’s FBTC and Bitwise’s BITB.
Market Reactions
The inflows were catalyzed by a robust rally in Bitcoin prices, which climbed to $113,000. This price surge coincided with a sharp sell-off in gold and silver, highlighting a shift in investor sentiment towards digital assets over traditional safe havens.
Implications for the Crypto Market
The renewed interest in spot Bitcoin ETFs suggests a growing confidence in Bitcoin as an investment vehicle. The inflows underscore the asset's potential as a hedge against traditional market fluctuations, particularly as investors seek alternatives amidst economic uncertainties.
This trend aligns with broader market movements where digital assets are increasingly recognized for their potential to offer diversification benefits in investment portfolios.
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