Gold ETFs Inflow Takes Over Bitcoin ETFs Amid Historic Rally
Gold ETFs Surpass Bitcoin ETFs as Investors Seek Stability
Gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have regained the top spot over Bitcoin ETFs in assets under management (AUM) as investors shift toward traditional safe-haven assets. Over the past three months, Bitcoin’s price has dropped by over 19%, while gold has surged 12.5%.
Major Outflows from Bitcoin ETFs
Bitcoin ETFs, which saw massive inflows after their U.S. debut in January last year, are now experiencing heavy outflows. Since February 24, 2025, investors have withdrawn approximately $3.8 billion, according to Farside Investors. Meanwhile, gold ETFs recorded their highest monthly inflows since March 2022, as reported by the World Gold Council.
These trends have led to gold ETFs “reclaiming the asset crown” from Bitcoin ETFs, according to Bloomberg’s Senior ETF Analyst Eric Balchunas.
Gold’s Historic Surge
Bitcoin ETFs first overtook gold ETFs in AUM in December 2024, following a surge in the crypto market after Donald Trump’s presidential victory. However, gold has been on a remarkable run, hitting an all-time high of $3,000 per ounce this past week. April gold futures also broke through this level earlier.
Why Are Investors Choosing Gold?
Market volatility and geopolitical uncertainty have fueled demand for gold as a reliable store of value. While gold is currently outperforming Bitcoin, some analysts believe this trend could reverse in the future.
📈 Will Bitcoin make a comeback, or will gold continue to dominate? Stay tuned for more market insights!
