May witnessed significant outflows from global crypto ETFs, although diversified exposures remained relatively stable; we delve into the implications for long-term investors.
By Joshua de Vos|Edited by Sarah Morton Jun 11, 2026, 3:00 p.m. 4 min readMake preferred on (Artak Petrosyan/ Unsplash)Key Insights:
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In this edition, Joshua de Vos from CoinDesk Research reviews the outflows in May to interpret their significance in the current market landscape.
Additionally, in the “Ask an Expert” segment, Bryan Courchesne from DAiM provides guidance on how investors can navigate the prevailing market conditions.
Crypto ETFs: Analysis of May Trends and Future Outlook
May marked the end of two months characterized by net inflows, as global crypto ETPs experienced substantial redemptions. Data from TrackInsight indicates that global digital-asset investment products suffered $2.39 billion in net outflows, contrasting with $1.79 billion in inflows recorded in April. As a result, total assets under management dropped from $158.7 billion to $141.1 billion. The outflows were predominantly attributed to U.S.-listed products, while international flows, which had already slowed in April, turned slightly negative.