Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a fresh wave of capital inflows as institutional investors continued to increase their exposure to the leading cryptocurrency. The latest data highlights sustained interest in regulated Bitcoin investment products even as global markets grapple with geopolitical uncertainty and macroeconomic pressures.
IBIT Dominates Bitcoin ETFs Inflow
Data from SoSoValue shows that as of March 9, 2026, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF products recorded a combined inflow of $167 million. BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) accounted for the majority of the inflows, pulling in $109.3 million in fresh capital during the trading session.
Interestingly, the inflow comes amid rising geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran. The situation recently escalated following reports of the death of Iran’s supreme leader, an event that has significantly increased uncertainty across global markets. Compounding concerns, the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime passage used by vessels transporting a large share of the world’s oil supply, was closed.
The disruption to this key energy route has raised fears of potential oil supply shocks and broader financial market volatility. Despite these developments, Bitcoin ETF inflows suggest that institutional investors remain confident in the long-term outlook of the digital asset sector.
Following BlackRock’s IBIT, Fidelity’s Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC) also posted strong inflows, bringing in $60 million during the same trading session. However, not all Bitcoin ETF products experienced positive flows. Bitwise’s Bitcoin ETF (BITB) recorded a modest outflow of $4.49 million, while Ark Invest’s ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF (ARKB) saw capital outflows totaling $2.74 million.
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BlackRock’s Growing Bitcoin Holdings
BlackRock’s IBIT has continued to dominate the Bitcoin ETF landscape, currently holding approximately 773,000 BTC worth over $53 billion. The massive holding places the asset manager among the largest institutional holders of Bitcoin globally and underscores the growing role of ETFs in shaping Bitcoin’s market dynamics.
The latest inflow also comes shortly after reports of significant Bitcoin accumulation by BlackRock. According to CoinRemark, the asset manager has recorded net inflows of 17,642 BTC, worth approximately $1.28 billion, since February 24, 2026.
Interestingly, Bitcoin’s price surged during this period of accumulation. The leading cryptocurrency climbed by more than 15%, rising from around $64,000 to a peak near $74,000. However, data from the asset tracker CoinMarketCap shows that Bitcoin has since slipped slightly and is currently trading around $70,000. Despite the minor pullback, the asset is still up roughly 4.5% over the past 24 hours.
BlackRock Scoops 17,642 BTC in 8 Days as Bitcoin Surges Over 15%
Evans Kelvin
The CoinRemark Team
