Last mentioned: Mar 7, 2026
Five-Week Mark
Data confirms a fifth straight week of redemptions, totaling $3.8 billion in net outflows.
$3B Milestone
Cumulative net outflows for the current streak surpass the $3 billion mark.
Outflow Streak Begins
Institutional investors start de-risking amid shifting macro economic data.
Peak Accumulation
Bitcoin ETFs see record monthly inflows as BTC nears all-time highs.
While Bitcoin and major stock indices have found temporary support levels, the bond market continues to signal a risk-off environment. This divergence suggests that institutional investors remain wary of underlying macroeconomic pressures despite the recent stabilization in risk assets.
A massive $10.5 billion Bitcoin options expiry scheduled for Friday is set to trigger significant volatility, potentially serving as a catalyst to end the prevailing bear market. Traders are closely monitoring the put-to-call ratio and 'max pain' price points to determine if bulls can reclaim momentum.
US spot Bitcoin ETFs have recorded their fifth consecutive week of net withdrawals, totaling $3.8 billion in capital flight. This sustained period of redemptions reflects a significant shift in institutional appetite as macroeconomic uncertainty prompts a broad de-risking across digital asset portfolios.
As of February 18, 2026, the Bitcoin market is gripped by 'extreme fear,' a psychological state that historically precedes major price rallies. Analysts suggest this sentiment could be the catalyst for a breakout toward a $150,000 price target later this year.