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Ark Invest Warns of Potential Losses for Bitcoin ETF Investors

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

a year ago

  1. Potential Losses for Investors
  2. Key Factor: Bitcoin Price
  3. Impact on Market Sentiment


    4. A study by Ark Invest has found that investors in U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs could face losses. This is due to the average investment cost being higher than the current market price of Bitcoin.

    Potential Losses for Investors

    Ark Invest issued a report indicating that participants in U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs could be facing losses. According to the company’s August analysis, the average cost basis for these ETFs exceeded the prevailing Bitcoin price, suggesting possible financial losses for typical investors.

    Key Factor: Bitcoin Price

    Ark Invest’s assessment, based on data since the launch of U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs in January 2024, utilized a flow-weighted average price method to calculate the cost basis. This method considers the investment volumes and timing, providing a more accurate representation of participants’ average investment cost over time.

    Impact on Market Sentiment

    Industry analysts emphasize that the performance of spot Bitcoin ETFs is closely tied to Bitcoin’s price movements. Consequently, fluctuations in Bitcoin’s price significantly impact ETF investors’ returns. Ark Invest’s bearish outlook could affect investor sentiment, potentially influencing capital inflows and outflows in these ETFs.

    Ark Invest’s report summarizes that current market conditions might not be favorable for investors in spot Bitcoin ETFs. This raises questions about the profitability and sustainability of these investment vehicles under the prevailing market dynamics.

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