Bitcoin Surges 16% as Record $2.7B Flows Into ETFs

Cryptocurrency markets have rallied significantly this month, with Bitcoin gaining over 16% in April and poised for its strongest weekly performance since Donald Trump’s election victory. This surge coincides with a massive $2.7 billion influx into Bitcoin ETFs, demonstrating unprecedented institutional interest in the digital asset space as Bitcoin trades around $95,000.

The remarkable price action comes amid growing recognition of Bitcoin as a potential safe haven during market turbulence triggered by global trade tensions. CoinDesk reports Bitcoin maintained prices around $95,000 during U.S. trading hours, while Ethereum followed with gains of approximately 2% to hover just above $1,800.

Institutions Drive Market Momentum as Interest Peaks

Bitcoin ETFs continue to attract record volumes of investment capital, with last week’s crypto ETP inflows among the highest weekly inflows ever recorded. These funds were down just 13% from the all-time high established in early December 2024, according to analysis.

“More investors are warming up to the idea that Bitcoin could be a legitimate store of value, especially with the availability of ETFs,” notes market analyst Maria Hernandez. “This institutional embrace represents a fundamental shift in how traditional finance views digital assets.”

Coinbase is capitalizing on this institutional interest with plans to launch its Bitcoin Yield Fund on May 1, designed to offer 4-8% returns for institutional investors seeking passive income on their Bitcoin holdings. This product follows similar offerings emerging in the Middle East that allow BTC holders to earn yields while adhering to Islamic finance principles.

Ethereum Struggles Despite Market Optimism

While Bitcoin thrives, Ethereum’s performance has notably lagged behind other top cryptocurrencies. According to Crypto News, Ethereum has dropped 56% from its November high, performing worse than both Bitcoin and Solana.

The ETH/BTC ratio has fallen to 0.01787, a level not seen since January 2020, highlighting Bitcoin’s increasing dominance in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. This divergence comes despite ongoing development progress, including announcements about Ethereum’s upcoming Pectra upgrade and future plans for the Fusaka hard fork expected in late 2025.

Analysts Project Continued Growth Through 2025

Market analysts remain bullish on Bitcoin’s long-term trajectory despite short-term volatility. According to CoinDesk, industry experts predict Bitcoin could surpass $130,000 by late 2025 or early 2026.

“My expectations continue to be for a rally to $133-$136k into the end of this year, beginning of next,” stated a prominent cryptocurrency investment firm CIO. The analysis suggests Bitcoin is currently consolidating around the median of its very long-term rising channel, with potential for significant upward movement in coming months.

While short-term price action may include testing support levels around $75,000, the overall market sentiment remains positive as institutional adoption continues to accelerate and global economic uncertainty drives interest in alternative assets.