Ethereum Tops Weekly Digital Asset Inflows
Digital assets saw $2.48B inflows last week, with Ethereum leading over Bitcoin. August inflows hit $4.37B despite AUM dropping.
- Digital asset inflows reached $2.48B last week.
- Ethereum outperformed Bitcoin with $1.4B inflow.
- AUM dropped 10% despite strong August numbers.
Digital asset investment products recorded a significant inflow of US$2.48 billion last week, signaling continued institutional interest despite market volatility. This surge has pushed August’s total inflows to US$4.37 billion, contributing to a strong year-to-date (YTD) figure of US$35.5 billion. Interestingly, this wave of investment activity occurred even as total assets under management (AUM) declined by 10%, now standing at US$219 billion.
Among the major cryptocurrencies, Ethereum dominated investor sentiment, attracting US$1.4 billion in inflows, nearly double that of Bitcoin. Bitcoin only saw US$748 million, reflecting a noticeable shift in preference during the week.
Ethereum Leads August Surge While Bitcoin Lags
Zooming out to August’s full picture, Ethereum has been the clear winner with US$3.95 billion in inflows for the month, showing strong demand and a possible shift in investor confidence. In stark contrast, Bitcoin experienced an outflow of US$301 million in August, a surprising turn given its historical dominance in the market.
The reasons behind Ethereum’s surge could be tied to increased activity in decentralized finance (DeFi), upcoming protocol upgrades, or broader investor expectations around Ethereum-based applications.
What This Means for the Market
Despite a drop in total AUM, the consistent inflows suggest that institutional and retail investors alike are viewing the dip as a buying opportunity, especially in Ethereum. The sharp contrast in fund flows between Bitcoin and Ethereum may signal a diversification trend or evolving market strategies.
As we enter September, all eyes will be on whether Ethereum can maintain this momentum and if Bitcoin can bounce back in terms of investor interest.
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