BlackRock Declares Bitcoin ETF as “Top 3” Investment Theme Despite Price Uncertainty

Group 1 - Bitcoin's price has been volatile, with recovery attempts facing challenges, and demand from ETF investors showing inconsistency [1][2] - BlackRock has positioned its spot Bitcoin ETF as a key investment theme for 2025, indicating a long-term commitment despite short-term price fluctuations [2][3] - Year-to-date net inflows into BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF are approximately $29.6 billion, with cumulative inflows reaching $62.5 billion since its launch, reflecting sustained institutional interest [3] Group 2 - Bitcoin ETFs have experienced outflows on about half of the trading days in the past month, indicating a cooling demand among short-term investors [4] - On a recent Monday, Bitcoin ETFs collectively saw $142 million in net outflows, highlighting investor caution amid price uncertainty [5] - Despite mixed spot demand, perpetual futures positioning is expanding, with open interest rising from 304,000 BTC to 310,000 BTC, a 2% increase [6][7] Group 3 - Funding rates for Bitcoin have increased from 0.04% to 0.09%, suggesting renewed leveraged long positioning as traders prepare for potential year-end movements [7] - Bitcoin is currently trading near $87,400, just below the $88,210 resistance level, with technical indicators suggesting potential for short-term gains if current levels are defended [8]