Crypto Funds Top $167 B—A New Hedge Wave
Crypto investment funds hit a record $167B AUM in May, signaling a growing shift toward digital assets as macro hedges.
In May 2025, crypto investment funds achieved a landmark high of $167 billion in AUM, fueled by $7.05 billion in net inflows—the largest monthly intake since December 2023.
This surge highlights a strategic realignment as investors shift away from equities and gold toward crypto, seeking fresh macro hedges.
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Bitcoin-led funds captured the lion’s share, drawing $5.5 billion in new capital, while Ether-focused products added $890 million, according to the report published by Reuters.
Over the past quarter, BTC has climbed more than 15%, surpassing gold’s 13.3% and the MSCI World…
