Last mentioned: Mar 8, 2026
Fifth Consecutive Week
Latest data confirms $315.9M in weekly outflows, bringing total to $3.8B.
Peak Withdrawal Period
The heaviest weekly pullback occurs during the middle of the five-week run.
Outflow Streak Begins
First week of net withdrawals marks a shift in institutional sentiment.
The Crypto Fear and Greed Index has retreated into 'extreme fear' territory, marking a significant deterioration in investor sentiment following a prolonged market downturn. This shift reflects growing anxiety in the digital asset space as the industry struggles to recover from the systemic shocks of late 2025.
US spot Bitcoin ETFs have recorded their fifth consecutive week of net outflows, totaling $3.8 billion in withdrawals. The trend highlights a significant shift in institutional sentiment as macro uncertainty prompts a broad de-risking phase among major fund holders.
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