The crypto rollercoaster just hit its first real dip after a smooth 15-week ride of steady gains.
For the first time since forever, crypto assets saw net outflows, dropping about $223 million in just one week.
Sounds rough? Maybe. Or it’s just business as usual.
$12 billion in inflows
The week kicked off on a high, with a chunky $883 million flowing into cryptocurrencies. Investors were feeling good, everyone’s celebrating.
But then the mood shifted like the boss announcing unexpected overtime.
The Federal Open Market Committee threw down a hawkish stance, backed by strong US economic reports. Suddenly, risk appetite took a nosedive.
Friday rolled around with weaker job numbers, normally a signal for the Fed to chill out a bit, but the damage was done.
Over a billion dollars flowed out that day in one fell swoop. Ouch. But before you send your portfolio to the bin, remember, over the past 30 days, crypto inflows hit $12.2 billion, half of all that’s come into the sector this year.
Said plainly? This pullback? More like a well-earned breather than a crash.
Winning streak
CoinShares says it’s mostly people cashing in some profits after a nice winning streak. No panic. Just the market catching its breath.
Bitcoin did bleed $404 million in outflows last week, yeah, it’s sensitive to every Fed whisper, like a mob boss with a sore head from too much espresso.
But don’t sweat it, Bitcoin still boasts a solid $20 billion inflow year-to-date. It’s the understandable jitters anytime monetary policy talks tighten up.
Ethereum’s a different story, though. It kept its winning streak alive, raking in $133 million in inflows for the 15th straight week.
Investors are still showing confidence in some alts too, with XRP pulling $31.3 million, Solana nearly $9 million, and SEI another $5.8 million. Smaller players like Cardano and Aave chipped in with a couple million here and there.
A moment to breathe
On the other hand, multi-asset funds saw $4.8 million head out the door, while smaller names like Sui and Litecoin weren’t exactly winning fans last week.
And not so surprisingly, experts say the U.S. led the pack with $383 million fleeing, with Germany and Sweden following behind.
Hong Kong was the cool cat in town, scooping up $170 million. Switzerland, Canada, and Australia also had their hands in the pot, but on a smaller scale.
So this isn’t the end, just a classic market pause. For investors, it’s a moment to breathe, maybe pour a coffee, and keep an eye on the Fed’s next move. Because when that rhythm changes, so does the game.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why did crypto experience its first major sell-off in 15 weeks?
The sell-off was triggered by a hawkish stance from the Federal Open Market Committee and strong US economic reports. Despite the short-term dip, this is seen as a natural market correction after a prolonged period of steady gains.
How much did crypto inflows and outflows shift during this period?
Crypto experienced a $223 million outflow in just one week, following an impressive $883 million inflow at the beginning of the week. However, over the past 30 days, the sector still saw $12.2 billion in inflows, indicating a strong year-to-date performance.
What cryptocurrencies performed well despite the sell-off?
While Bitcoin saw $404 million in outflows, Ethereum continued its winning streak with $133 million in inflows. Other altcoins like XRP, Solana, and SEI also showed strong performance, signaling ongoing investor confidence in select assets.
Which countries saw the most significant outflows during this period?
The U.S. led the outflows with $383 million, followed by Germany and Sweden. However, Hong Kong was a standout, collecting $170 million during this period, with Switzerland, Canada, and Australia contributing on a smaller scale.
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📅 Published: August 6, 2025 • 🕓 Last updated: August 6, 2025
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