TLDR
- IBIT Dominates May Inflows with $6.2B, Driving 90% of U.S. Crypto ETF Activity
- BlackRock’s IBIT Sets Record, Becomes Top Institutional Bitcoin Access Point
- IBIT Attracts Billions as Bitcoin Volatility Drops to 5-Month Low
- Bitcoin ETF Momentum Builds: IBIT Adds $3.8B in 8 Days, Hits $60 Stability
- IBIT Surges Ahead of Rivals as Institutions Flood Crypto ETF Market
BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) ended May with historic momentum, posting over $6.2 billion in net inflows. The fund captured nearly all spot Bitcoin ETF activity, signaling strong institutional demand and renewed faith in crypto markets. As trading remained stable at almost $60, IBIT showed reduced volatility, which supported broader participation.
Massive Capital Inflows Push IBIT Ahead of Rivals
IBIT led all spot crypto ETFs in May with more than $6.2 billion in net inflows, outpacing all competitors combined. The fund received investments nearly every trading day, only missing inflows on May 13. It attracted over $3.8 billion in the past eight days alone, with $877 million added on May 22.
JUST IN: BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF $IBIT has record inflows in May taking in +$6.35 BILLION in net inflows – Bloomberg
Total Assets in $IBIT is now $71 billion. pic.twitter.com/Mrl58wTHLD
— Bitcoin Archive (@BTC_Archive) May 30, 2025
Total U.S. spot crypto ETF inflows for May reached $6.74 billion, making IBIT responsible for nearly 90% of all activity. Farside Investors confirmed the record streak, noting IBIT’s consistency and growing investor confidence. The previous record in March 2024 was only slightly lower, highlighting IBIT’s accelerating pace.
Institutional investors turned to IBIT amid favorable macro conditions and supportive political signals in the U.S. Throughout the month, large asset managers and corporate buyers increased Bitcoin exposure. This trend fueled the ETF’s growth and broader market sentiment.
IBIT Trading Holds Steady Despite Broader Market Uncertainty
The IBIT ETF opened around $60 on Thursday, showing tight intraday price movements between $59.70 and $60.20. As of 9:53 AM EDT, the ETF traded at $60.01, reflecting a slight daily gain of 0.04%. This narrow range suggests cautious optimism and active short-term trading behavior.
Market analysts noted that IBIT’s volatility has dropped to its lowest point since its debut in January 2024. The 90-day rolling volatility stands at 47.64. This metric attracts large investors who prioritize consistent performance over speculative price swings.
Such stability can reinforce itself as institutional flows increase and speculative behavior decreases. The ETF’s structure allows risk-averse investors to enter at scale, stabilizing price movements. Balchunas called it a self-reinforcing loop of stability and capital influx.
Bitcoin Outlook Stable as IBIT Emerges as a Key Access Point
IBIT’s rise coincides with steady Bitcoin prices and expanding global interest in the asset. Bitcoin traded at around $105,612 on Friday, down slightly from recent highs. However, it has remained at 13% over the past month, supported by ETF demand and international developments.
Nations like Pakistan are exploring Bitcoin reserves, and firms such as Semler Scientific are adding Bitcoin to their holdings. Additionally, former U.S. President Donald Trump hosted crypto investors last week, boosting Bitcoin’s image as a political and financial hedge.
These developments positioned IBIT as the leading vehicle for Bitcoin exposure through traditional financial markets. Its structure, performance, and adoption suggest it will remain dominant in the coming months. With more investors opting for ETFs, IBIT’s influence over the market continues to grow.
