BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF Overtakes Gold in Assets Amid Market Surge
The iShares Bitcoin Trust has surpassed the iShares Gold Trust in net assets following a Bitcoin rally and significant investor inflows.
- BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) now holds $33.2 billion in assets, exceeding the $32 billion in its iShares Gold Trust.
- IBIT's rapid growth since its launch earlier this year is attributed to a Bitcoin rally and increased investor interest.
- Bitcoin has reached an all-time high, trading above $77,000, contributing to the ETF's performance.
- Donald Trump's re-election has been linked to increased market confidence, boosting Bitcoin ETF inflows.
- BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF saw a record single-day inflow of $1.12 billion, signaling strong investor demand.