Bitcoin ETF Investors Hit the Brakes as HODL Sees Fresh Outflows
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VanEck Bitcoin Trust Shs of Benef Interest’s flagship ETF, HODL, recorded outflows of $11.57 million on January 8, 2026, a notable redemption that trimmed risk exposure but still represented less than 1% of its sizeable asset base. The fund now oversees approximately $1.42 billion in assets under management (AUM), with the latest withdrawals accounting for about 0.81% of total AUM, suggesting investors are cautious rather than rushing for the exits.
The related asset, BTC-USD, is currently trading around $90,615.32, having shed roughly 18.38% over the past three months as the crypto market struggles to regain the momentum seen earlier in the cycle. Short-term sentiment remains fragile, underscored by a 1-day technical rating flashing Sell, which may be reinforcing the defensive stance among ETF holders.
While the latest outflows highlight mounting anxiety around Bitcoin’s near-term trajectory and macro headwinds, the modest share of AUM affected indicates that core institutional and long-term positions in HODL remain largely intact. The tug-of-war between tactical profit-taking and conviction-driven holdings is likely to define trading flows in the coming weeks, especially if price volatility persists around key technical levels.
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