Bearish Bets on Bitcoin Swell as ProShares’ Leveraged Short ETF Attracts Fresh Inflows
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The ProShares UltraShort Bitcoin ETF, SBIT, drew fresh capital inflows of $1,772,912 on December 30, 2025, in a move that underscores growing bearish conviction in the crypto market. The latest flow represents roughly 1.41% of the fund’s $125.96 million in assets under management (AUM), a notable shift for a leveraged inverse product designed to benefit from downside moves in Bitcoin.
SBIT’s recent inflow suggests that a segment of sophisticated traders is positioning for continued pressure on the world’s largest cryptocurrency after a turbulent quarter. The related asset, BTC-USD, is currently trading at $87,729.98, having shed about 26.16% over the past three months. Short-term momentum looks equally fragile, with the 1-day technical setup flashing a Strong Sell signal.
The combination of a deep three-month drawdown and a strongly negative near-term technical posture appears to be fueling hedging and speculative activity in SBIT, as investors either protect existing long exposure to Bitcoin or seek to capitalize on further weakness. Inflows of this size, relative to AUM, can amplify daily moves in a leveraged vehicle, potentially increasing volatility for those using the ETF as a tactical instrument rather than a long-term holding.
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