U.S.-listed Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have recorded net inflows of approximately $9 billion over the past five weeks, while gold-backed funds have seen outflows exceeding $2.8 billion, according to Bloomberg.
This indicates a shift in investor interest from gold as a traditional safe-haven asset to Bitcoin (BTC), which is increasingly being recognized as a store of value and a portfolio diversification tool.
Despite gold prices rising nearly 30% this year—outperforming Bitcoin, which has only gained around 4%—institutional interest in Bitcoin continues to grow. BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) has attracted nearly $7 billion in new funds in 2025, surpassing the world’s largest gold fund, SPDR Gold Trust (GLD), which drew $6.5 billion.
Analysts view this trend as a sign of long-term institutional confidence in Bitcoin. They predict that within the next 3–5 years, the assets under management in Bitcoin ETFs could triple those in gold funds, driven by increasing institutional demand and growing market trust.
This contrast also reflects a shift in investor strategy, as Bitcoin is increasingly seen as a modern alternative for hedging and growth, despite its higher volatility compared to the relative stability of gold.
Overall, while gold still leads in terms of price performance, Bitcoin ETFs have become the top choice for institutional investors seeking long-term growth opportunities and portfolio diversification.
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