Bitcoin ETFs Experience Largest Outflows Since June Amid Regulatory Uncertainty
On September 15, U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced their largest outflow since June as regulatory uncertainty persisted following the failure of the CLARITY Act in the Senate. The 12 ETFs collectively saw $450.4 million in net redemptions, with Fidelity’s FBTC and BlackRock’s IBIT leading withdrawals at $214.8 million and $161.7 million respectively. The failed CLARITY Act vote left crypto regulations unresolved as the bill did not secure enough support to proceed. The legislation aimed to clarify federal oversight of digital assets but faced opposition over ethics provisions related to officials’ financial interests in cryptocurrencies. This regulatory ambiguity, combined with anticipation for a Federal Reserve rate decision and rising Treasury yields, contributed to investor caution. Despite Tuesday’s outflows, September net flows remained slightly positive at $16.8 million as the broader market context continued to influence ETF performance.
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