On February 18, 2026, Bitcoin spot ETFs experienced a significant net outflow of $133 million, driven primarily by BlackRock’s IBIT, which accounted for $84.19 million of the losses. Additionally, Ethereum spot ETFs faced a net outflow of $41.83 million, with BlackRock’s ETHA contributing $29.93 million to this decline. These outflows align with recent trends, revealing that investor caution often leads to shifts in risk appetite during volatile market conditions, despite the SEC’s approval of spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, which had previously helped to mainstream crypto for institutional portfolios.
BlackRock’s IBIT leads $84.19M outflow in Bitcoin spot ETFs
