Last updated on April 30th, 2026 at 01:27 pm
Digital asset investment products recorded $1.4 billion in inflows over the past week, marking the third consecutive week of gains as crypto markets extended their recovery. The latest data from CoinShares shows renewed investor demand driven by improving risk appetite and a sharp price breakout across major assets.
Total assets under management climbed to $155 billion, with inflows representing nearly 1% of AUM, the strongest weekly intensity seen so far this year.
Bitcoin leads inflows as market sentiment strengthens
Bitcoin dominated flows, attracting over $1.1 billion in fresh capital as prices briefly moved above $76,000 during the week. The move marks its strongest level since the February downturn and reflects a broader shift back into risk assets.
Meanwhile, Bitcoin surged past $75K–$78K in April 2026, driven mainly by improved market sentiment. The rally is supported by easing geopolitical tensions, positive U.S. regulatory news, and strong institutional inflows into Bitcoin ETFs. These factors have boosted confidence across the wider crypto market, lifting major coins and crypto-related stocks. However, analysts warn that Bitcoin is still sensitive to macro conditions and profit-taking, so volatility could continue even during the uptrend.
Interestingly, Bitcoin also showed unusual stability in recent weeks, trading within a relatively tight range despite shifting interest rate expectations, geopolitical tensions, and wider market uncertainty.
Short-position products saw only minor inflows, suggesting limited hedging activity despite recent volatility. The data indicate that most investors are positioning for continuation rather than downside protection.
Ethereum also recorded strong momentum, pulling in $328 million in inflows, its highest weekly figure since January. The recovery signals renewed confidence across major smart contract assets after a period of muted activity.
Regional divergence emerges as Europe splits on risk exposure
The United States led global flows with approximately $1.5 billion in inflows, while Germany also posted positive demand. In contrast, Switzerland recorded $138 million in outflows, marking its largest weekly exit since late last year and highlighting regional differences in investor positioning.
Other major assets showed mixed performance, with some alternative tokens experiencing minor outflows despite overall market strength.
Analysts attributed the inflow surge to improving macro sentiment and sustained institutional participation, as investors respond to easing geopolitical concerns and stronger price action across digital assets. The report suggests that momentum remains concentrated in large-cap cryptocurrencies, with capital rotation continuing to favour established market leaders.
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