Bitcoin Price Prediction: $281 Million Flows Back Into Crypto ETFs This Week

Geopolitical tensions have once again rattled financial markets, but institutional investors are showing signs of returning to crypto, with particular interest in Crypto ETFs as a way to gain exposure. Bitcoin held above $62,500 while Ethereum traded near $1,700 despite fresh uncertainty after U.S. strikes on Iran and Tehran’s decision to close the Strait of Hormuz until further notice. 

The steady price action, along with improving ETF flows, suggests large investors are continuing to build positions rather than exiting the market.

Crypto ETFs End 8-Week Outflow Streak

According to The Kobeissi Letter, crypto investment products attracted $281.8 million in net inflows last week, ending an eight-week streak of more than $7 billion in outflows.

Bitcoin funds accounted for $197.4 million, while Ethereum investment products added another $84.4 million. Even so, the recovery remains early. Total 12-month ETF inflows now stand at around $1 billion, far below the $10 billion recorded in April and the $12 billion peak seen in October 2025.

The report noted that buyers are beginning to return, but this is “buyers dipping a toe, not a full cycle turn yet.”

BlackRock Continues to Lead Bitcoin Demand

Institutional demand remained heavily concentrated in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT).

According to Farside Investors, IBIT attracted $291.9 million in fresh capital last week, more than offsetting outflows from Grayscale, ARK 21Shares, and Fidelity’s Bitcoin ETFs.

Bitcoin also held above $62,000 despite oil prices climbing 4–5% following Middle East tensions, highlighting the asset’s resilience during a period of broader macro uncertainty.

XRP, SOL and HYPE ETFs See Fresh Interest

Institutional activity also extended beyond Bitcoin.

According to SoSoValue, XRP ETFs recorded $7.18 million in net inflows. Virginia-based Main Street Group disclosed holdings of 5,261 shares of the Canary XRP ETF, valued at roughly $58,292. Other institutional investors include Larson Financial Group ($1.8 million), Q3 Asset Management ($430,000), Hurley Capital ($135,000), and Flow Traders, which currently holds the largest reported XRP ETF position at $1.93 million.

Meanwhile, Solana ETFs attracted $930,430 in net inflows, while HYPE ETFs added $10.36 million, reflecting growing institutional interest across select altcoins.

Analyst Warns $61K Remains the Key Level

Crypto analyst Michaël van de Poppe said Bitcoin’s overall structure has not changed much, but short-term weakness is becoming more visible.

He pointed to rising bond yields, higher oil prices, and a weaker Nasdaq as signs that risk assets remain under pressure. Van de Poppe expects Bitcoin could briefly fall below $61,000 in July to form a triple bottom before recovering.

According to the analyst, the $61,000 level remains the most important support to hold, as losing it could trigger another wave of downside momentum. 

• BTC$ 62,514.28(-1.43%)
• ETH$ 1,840.61(-1.89%)

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