Bitcoin ETF Experiences $1.128 Billion Net Outflow Over 3 Days, Undermining Early 2026 Optimism

According to a ChainCatcher report citing CoinDesk, Bitcoin ETFs started 2026 strongly, with net inflows exceeding $1 billion in the first two trading days, which analysts said indicated a recovery in investor risk appetite. However, Bitcoin ETFs have seen a cumulative net outflow of $1.128 billion over the past three trading days. The three consecutive days of outflows have nearly erased the $1.16 billion net inflow recorded in the first two days of the year. In other words, the net inflow for Bitcoin ETFs so far this year is almost flat, as the initial optimism has been replaced by the reality of balance sheet pressures. This trend reflects a lack of confidence among institutional investors and weakens the bullish outlook from the early inflows at the start of the month. Upcoming U.S. employment data and a Supreme Court ruling could further influence market dynamics and investor sentiment, potentially increasing market volatility later in the week.