U.S. Bitcoin Spot ETFs Record $1.19 Billion in Single-Day Inflows — Second Highest in History

Key Takeaways:U.S. Bitcoin spot ETFs saw $1.19 billion in net inflows on October 7, marking the second-largest single-day inflow on record.The surge reflects renewed institutional demand amid macro uncertainty and ongoing market strength.Ethereum spot ETFs also recorded strong inflows of $176.6 million the same day.According to data from Farside Investors, U.S. Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded $1.1901 billion in net inflows on October 7, representing the second-highest daily total in history for the product class.The inflows underscore the continued institutional appetite for Bitcoin exposure amid a rally that recently pushed the cryptocurrency above $125,000. Analysts note that the rise coincides with mounting macroeconomic concerns, including the U.S. government shutdown and weakening employment data, which have reinforced Bitcoin’s appeal as a store of value and monetary hedge.Ethereum ETFs Also See Strong InflowsIn parallel, Ethereum spot ETFs attracted $176.6 million in inflows during the same trading day, signaling growing confidence across the broader digital asset market.The surge in ETF activity follows record-breaking weekly inflows reported earlier this month, when Bitcoin investment products drew $3.24 billion in new capital, and Ethereum ETFs added $1.3 billion, marking one of the most bullish institutional periods since the start of 2025.