Record Inflows in Digital Asset Market in 2025
The digital asset market saw a significant increase in investment products in 2025, with $48 million added in a single week, according to the latest report from CoinShares.
Market Sensitivity to Economic Developments
CoinShares reported that the week started with promising inflows close to $1 billion, but later saw outflows of $940 million. This reflects the market’s sensitivity to macroeconomic developments and its correlation with US equities.
James Butterfill, CoinShares’ Head of Research, attributed this activity to new economic data and the Federal Reserve’s recent meeting minutes, which indicated a stronger-than-expected US economy and a hawkish stance on monetary policy.
“This suggests that the post-US election honeymoon is over, and macroeconomic data is once again a key driver of asset prices.”
Bitcoin Dominance and Ethereum Sell-Off
Bitcoin emerged as a strong performer, with $214 million in inflows despite some outflows later in the week. Year-to-date, Bitcoin’s cumulative inflows have reached $799 million, solidifying its position in the crypto market.
On the contrary, Ethereum faced a tough week, with outflows totaling $256 million. CoinShares suggested that this trend is more aligned with a broader sell-off in the tech sector rather than specific concerns about Ethereum.
XRP’s Growth and Altcoin Inflows
XRP stood out among altcoins, attracting $41 million in inflows. This growth is attributed to growing optimism about potential approval for spot-XRP ETFs in the US and the upcoming US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) appeal deadline for Ripple.
Other altcoins like Solana, Aave, Stellar, and Polkadot also saw modest yet positive contributions, with inflows ranging from $1.6 million to $15 million.
Conclusion
The digital asset market in 2025 experienced record inflows, with Bitcoin leading the way and altcoins like XRP showing promising growth potential. Despite challenges faced by Ethereum, the overall market outlook remains positive.
