BlackRock’s IBIT Pulls $3.5 Billion in a Week, 10% of All Flows, Crushing S&P 500 Rivals. BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) ETF has shattered records with $3.5 billion in net inflows over the past week, snagging 10% of all U.S. ETF flows and boosting its holdings to 798,747 BTC worth $97.67 billion. This isn’t just …
BlackRock’s IBIT ETF Stuns Wall Street with $3.5bn Inflow in one Week
BlackRock’s IBIT Pulls $3.5 Billion in a Week, 10% of All Flows, Crushing S&P 500 Rivals.
BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) ETF has shattered records with $3.5 billion in net inflows over the past week, snagging 10% of all U.S. ETF flows and boosting its holdings to 798,747 BTC worth $97.67 billion. This isn’t just numbers; it’s a seismic shift.
On October 7th alone, IBIT added $899 million (7,401 BTC), marking the seventh straight day of gains for spot Bitcoin ETFs. With BTC climbing above $122,000, this surge, led by BlackRock’s Q3 $22.46 billion crypto haul, including Ethereum ETFs, feels like your cue to pay attention. BlackRock’s dominance is making crypto the talk of the town!
IBIT’s Record Week: $3.5 Billion Inflows, Top Spot Among All ETFs
$11 trillion BlackRock’s IBIT didn’t just lead Bitcoin ETFs; it topped all U.S. ETFs last week with $3.5 billion in inflows, outpacing S&P 500 giants like Vanguard’s VOO, according to Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas. This 10% share of total ETF flows highlights Bitcoin’s pull, as IBIT’s AUM nears $100 billion in just 435 trading days, faster than any ETF in history. October 7’s $899 million inflow (7,401 BTC) was the fourth-highest single-day haul since launch, pushing cumulative inflows to $61.376 billion.
READ ALSO: JP Morgan Projects Real Value Of Bitcoin to be $165k
All 11 spot Bitcoin ETFs saw gains, even Greyscale’s GBTC, signalling “hungry fish”, Balchunas said. Ethereum ETFs joined with $448.8 million net flows (+100,855 ETH), BlackRock adding 97,695 ETH ($434.74 million) to 4,050,518 ETH ($18.02 billion).
X is on fire: @EricBalchunas’s post titled “$IBIT #1 in weekly flows among all ETFs w/ $3.5b, 10% of net flows” exploded with 1,200 likes and 50K views, with replies like “Bitcoin’s eating Wall Street’s lunch!” This means crypto’s no longer “risky”; it’s the smart money move.
Why Now? Institutional Hunger Meets October Magic
This isn’t random; it’s the “debasement trade”, as Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan calls it, with institutions piling in amid inflation fears and Fed cuts. BlackRock’s Q3 $22.46 billion crypto inflows (strong ETH too) underscore the shift, with IBIT’s $5.7 billion daily volume on October 7 rivalling traditional funds. BTC’s rise above $122,000 correlates with these buys, outpacing new supply 7.4 times in 2025.
READ ALSO: Bitcoin ETFs Surge with $2.25bn Inflows in 4 Days
Uptober’s historical 20% average gains since 2013 add tailwinds, but experts warn: Enjoy while it lasts, as profit-taking could hit. An X user, @lookonchain, reports: “10 Bitcoin ETFs + 7,743 BTC ($946.85M), BlackRock 7,401 BTC ($904.94M)—holds 798,747 BTC ($97.67 billion).” For crypto enthusiasts, this institutional wave makes Bitcoin accessible and exciting.
BlackRock’s ETF Empire: Fastest to $100B, Outshining Legends
IBIT’s speed is legendary: from launch in January 2024 to $97.67 billion AUM in 435 days, it’s BlackRock’s most profitable ETF, generating $244.5 million annually. Balchunas notes it’s “a hair away from $100 billion”, faster than VOO’s 2,011 days. This dominance—#1 traded ETF last week—shows Bitcoin’s maturity, with all spot ETFs positive (even GBTC).
For newcomers in crypto, it’s a reminder: crypto ETFs are the easy on-ramp to this boom.
The Verdict: IBIT’s $3.5bn Haul Is Bitcoin’s Wall Street Takeover—Join In!
BlackRock’s IBIT snagging $3.5 billion, 10% of all ETF flows, while topping S&P 500 rivals is a crypto milestone, with BTC above $122K. Is IBITETF an October peak or starter? Share your excitement below, and subscribe for more crypto updates. In 2025, BlackRock’s Bitcoin bet is your golden ticket!
Angela Okafor is a lead reporter and journalist specializing in cryptocurrency and forex trading. Known for simplifying complex market trends into clear, engaging stories, she empowers readers to confidently navigate the fast-paced world of digital finance and global markets. She is dedicated to delivering actionable insights that inform, inspire, and drive smarter investing decisions.
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