Galaxy Digital’s 2026 forecast envisions net inflows into US spot crypto ETFs that will exceed $50 billion, signaling a continued expansion of institutional access to crypto markets. Following a strong 2025, which saw net inflows reach $23 billion, the forecast suggests momentum will accelerate in 2026 as institutional adoption grows. The report notes BTC and ETH ETFs are expected to be a major driver, with the broader altcoin ETF slate expanding alongside new listing standards.
Industry operators such as wirehouses lifting restrictions on advisor recommendations and Vanguard’s entry into crypto funds are cited as catalysts for faster inflows. Galaxy Digital projects that more than 50 spot altcoin ETFs, plus another 50 crypto ETFs that focus on baskets rather than single coins, will debut in the US. Momentum is also expected to benefit from the SEC’s recent generic listing standards approval, which the firm believes will accelerate spot-altcoin ETF launches in 2026.
In 2025, the market already saw more than 15 spot crypto ETFs launched for altcoins such as Solana, XRP, Hedera, Dogecoin, Litecoin, and Chainlink. Beyond single-asset funds, Galaxy Digital foresees multi-asset and leveraged crypto ETFs entering the landscape.
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