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Spot Bitcoin ETFs see $824M inflows amid Middle East de-escalation

By Estefano Gomez · Published April 27, 2026 · 2 min read · Source: Crypto Briefing
BitcoinRegulationMarket Analysis

Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $824 million in net inflows for the week ending April 24, 2026, the fourth consecutive week of gains. Bitcoin hitting a new all-time high by June 30 sits at 3% YES, stable from 24 hours ago and down from 4% a week ago.

Market reaction

The ETF inflows coincide with de-escalation in the Middle East, specifically the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and President Trump’s optimistic remarks on resolving the conflict, which have helped push Bitcoin above $77,000. The June 30 contract stays at 3%, while the September 30 market trades at 11% YES, and the December 31 contract is at 17.5% YES. The term structure shows a consistent 7-point spread between the June and September contracts, with the December contract suggesting longer-term optimism still checked by geopolitical uncertainty.

Why it matters

The headline ETF number looks strong, but actual trading volume on the prediction market is thin. Just $26 in USDC moved the June 30 odds. The largest recent price movement was a 2-point spike in the September market, which shows how easily large trades can shift these contracts.

What to watch

A YES share for June 30 pays $1 at 3¢, a 33.3x return, which requires strong conviction in a breakthrough within two months. Federal Reserve policy shifts or major corporate adoption announcements could move these odds. Statements from figures like Michael Saylor or Elon Musk have historically swung Bitcoin sentiment, and further geopolitical easing or regulatory developments could also affect the price path.

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Term Structure
Contract Odds Δ since publish Volume 24h
June 30 3.1% Trade →
September 30 10.5% Trade →
December 31 17.5% Trade →
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