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US spot Bitcoin ETFs extended their strongest inflow run of 2026 as Bitcoin retreated, while jobs data revived rate concerns ahead of a pivotal week for inflation.
Bitcoin pushed above US$81K (A$113K) before closing the week steady, while a hawkish Fed Jackson Hole speech hit altcoins hard. Solana outperforms as ADA and XRP led the week's biggest losers.
Treasury buybacks, renewed ETF demand and regulatory optimism drove crypto sharply higher, setting up a pivotal week for inflation and rates.
A modest weekly decline masks softer demand signals, as Bitcoin struggles for firmer footing and institutional positioning shifts.
A weak US jobs report shifted rate expectations, lifting risk assets as Bitcoin trades near US$65K despite cautious sentiment and unusual moves in bond markets.
Bitcoin traded within a familiar range as ETF flows remained mixed, Ethereum attracted fresh institutional demand and markets prepared for a week of key regulatory and earnings catalysts.