BlackRock Reports 370% Increase in Crypto Fund Inflows for Q2 2025
BlackRock, the global leader in asset management, announced a remarkable 370% growth in crypto fund inflows during the second quarter of 2025. This surge underscores the escalating institutional confidence in digital assets as a viable component of diversified portfolios.
Quarterly Performance Highlights
- Inflows into crypto iShares ETFs skyrocketed to $14 billion, a substantial rise from $3 billion in the previous quarter.
- Crypto-related inflows represented 16.5% of BlackRock‘s total ETF inflows, a notable increase from just 2.8% in Q1.
- Overall net flows experienced a 19% decline, primarily due to a significant $52 billion partial redemption by a single institutional client.
Digital Assets’ Revenue Impact
By the end of June, digital assets contributed $40 million in base fees, accounting for 1% of BlackRock’s long-term revenue. This figure reflects an 18% quarter-over-quarter growth, signaling the sector’s expanding role in the firm’s revenue streams.
Leadership Insights
“The accelerated adoption of digital assets highlights their potential to become a more substantial revenue source in the coming years,” a BlackRock representative commented.
CEO’s Forward-Looking Statement
Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, pointed to the firm’s digital assets offerings as a key factor in engaging a new, globally diverse investor base.
