Cryptocurrency fund inflows decrease to $117.8 million as Ethereum outflows increase
May 5, 2026
In the recent period from April 27 to May 1, investments into cryptocurrency funds experienced a significant drop to $117.8 million. Despite this decrease, the industry has managed to maintain a positive trajectory for the fifth consecutive week, although the growth rate has slowed down to a record low during this timeframe.
The total assets under management have remained stable at $155 billion, but investor activity has diminished as inflows were only recorded in four assets compared to nine in the previous week. Outflows from funds totaled $619 million from April 27 to 30, but there was a significant turnaround on May 1 when $737 million flowed back into the funds in a single day, effectively offsetting all previous losses. This daily figure represents one of the largest inflows seen in 2026.
Bitcoin continues to lead in terms of inflows, with $192.1 million entering the market in the past week. Since the beginning of the year, total inflows into Bitcoin have reached $4.2 billion, indicating sustained interest in the leading cryptocurrency. Additionally, there has been a $6 million increase in interest in shorting instruments within the space.
Weekly distribution of capital flows into different assets shows that Ethereum ended its three-week growth streak, with $81.6 million withdrawn from funds based on the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization. In the United States, inflows plummeted to $47.5 million from $1.1 billion in the previous week, while Germany attracted $43.8 million and Canada saw $16 million in inflows.
Earlier in April, from the 20th to the 24th, investments into digital asset-based products had reached a much higher volume of $1.2 billion, showcasing the volatility and fluctuations in the cryptocurrency market.
Despite the recent drop in inflows, the industry continues to attract investments and maintain a positive momentum. It is clear that investor behavior and market trends are constantly evolving, and it is important to monitor these changes closely to understand the dynamics of the cryptocurrency market.
