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CryptoIntelligence 2025-04-11 15:36:29

BlackRock Sees Soaring Digital Asset Interest Despite Broader Inflows Slowdown

BlackRock reported a remarkable surge in digital asset investments during the first quarter of 2025, with $3 billion in net inflows into its digital products. This contributed to the company’s overall $84 billion in total net inflows for the quarter, as revealed in its Q1 earnings report. ETFs Propel Inflows Amidst Mixed Performance The firm’s iShares ETF platform continued to be a powerhouse, generating $107 billion in net inflows. However, this figure was offset by significant withdrawals elsewhere, notably a $45.5 billion outflow from institutional index funds. As a result, total net inflows landed lower than ETF performance alone would suggest. Digital Assets Experience Explosive Growth BlackRock’s digital asset holdings have skyrocketed over the past year. At the end of Q1 2025, the firm managed more than $50 billion in digital assets—an increase of 187% compared to $17.5 billion the previous year. This growth far outpaced that of other asset classes such as equities, which rose by just 8% year-on-year to $5.7 trillion. Despite the massive inflows, the digital asset segment experienced some turbulence. The broader crypto market’s volatility led to a $8 billion drop in asset value during the quarter, underlining the inherent risks in the sector. Modest Slice of a Massive Portfolio Digital assets still account for a small fraction—just 1%—of BlackRock’s massive $11.6 trillion assets under management (AUM) as of March 31. The $3 billion in net inflows into digital offerings represented only 2.8% of total ETF inflows, highlighting the segment’s niche status. For context, private market investments saw more than triple the inflows, pulling in $9.3 billion in Q1 alone. Revenues Remain Minor Despite Growth Revenue from digital asset-related advisory and administration fees reached $34 million in Q1, which was less than 1% of BlackRock’s $4.1 billion in long-term revenue. While the earnings align with the segment’s AUM share, they also reflect the low-fee structure typical of crypto investment vehicles. A prime example is the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), BlackRock’s flagship Bitcoin ETF launched in early 2024. It charges a competitive 0.25% fee after waivers, significantly lower than many traditional financial products. Market Challenges Persist The broader environment for digital assets remains uncertain. U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs have now recorded six consecutive days of net outflows, with $149 million withdrawn in the latest session. Fidelity’s FBTC and Grayscale’s GBTC led the retreat. Investors appear to be shifting toward safer havens such as gold and cash, driven by rising tensions in U.S.-China trade relations and ongoing policy volatility in Washington.

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