- Cryptocurrency market sentiment improves with fund flows into exchange-traded funds (ETFs) after Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Ripple prices rise.

The fear and greed index in the cryptocurrency market reached 46 points on Thursday, marking a low level of fear, after being at 32 points the previous day and 23 points last week, indicating a level of extreme fear. Market sentiment appears to be steadily improving despite the conflict in the Middle East, especially with the diplomatic resolution still unclear. On the positive side, the ceasefire between the United States and Iran remains in place after President Donald Trump extended it on Tuesday.

If sentiment continues to improve, risk appetite for assets, including cryptocurrencies, may increase along with bullish conviction.

Cryptocurrency Fear and Greed Index | Source: Alternative

Interest in U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) remained relatively stable, with approximately $85 million in inflows on Wednesday. Total cumulative inflows reached $58.08 billion, while net assets under management stood at $100.98 billion. These ongoing inflows indicate growing institutional interest, contributing to positive sentiment and expectations for Bitcoin.

Bitcoin ETF inflows | Source: SoSoValue

Ethereum is also experiencing capital inflows through spot ETFs, as evidenced by approximately $43 million in inflows on Wednesday. Data from SoSoValue shows that the average cumulative inflows amount to $12.10 billion, with net assets at $13.94 billion.

Ethereum ETF inflows | Source: SoSoValue

Meanwhile, inflows into spot XRP ETFs resumed on Wednesday, attracting nearly $2.42 million after weak activity the previous day. With cumulative inflows rising to $1.28 billion and total net assets reaching $1.09 billion, institutional demand may help shape market sentiment and support XRP’s recovery.

XRP ETF inflows | Source: SoSoValue
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