US-listed spot Solana (SOL) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded a net outflow on January 16, marking the first time in more than six weeks that the category has seen capital leave the market.
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Since trading began in late October 2025, spot Solana ETFs had maintained steady inflows, reflecting strong institutional demand for exposure to the Solana ecosystem. However, data from January 16 shows that the group collectively posted net outflows of $2.22 million, drawing market attention due to its rarity since launch.
First Outflow After a Strong Run
According to data provider SoSoValue, there are currently eight spot Solana ETFs operating in the US market.
Bitwise’s BSOL leads the sector with $761 million in assets under management, followed by Grayscale’s GSOL and Fidelity’s FSOL. Combined, the total net assets across all US spot Solana ETFs stand at approximately $1.21 billion.
Prior to this event, Solana ETFs had recorded net outflows on only three trading days since launch. Cumulative net inflows still amount to $864 million, underscoring continued institutional interest despite the recent pullback.
Diverging Flows Across ETF Providers
A closer look at the data shows that the outflows were not evenly distributed across all products.
Fidelity’s FSOL actually saw $400,000 in net inflows, while Grayscale’s GSOL experienced $1.92 million in outflows. Meanwhile, 21Shares’ TSOL recorded $726,000 in net withdrawals.
These contrasting movements suggest that investors are rebalancing exposure between providers rather than exiting Solana entirely. Market participants view the shift as a short-term portfolio adjustment, not a structural change in sentiment toward SOL.
At the time of the outflows, Solana was trading around $142.76. Network fundamentals remain strong, with the blockchain adding approximately 8 million new addresses within 24 hours, highlighting continued user growth and on-chain activity.
Analysts note that the recent ETF outflow likely reflects short-term market psychology, rather than a decline in long-term institutional conviction. For investors considering diversification, monitoring emerging cryptocurrencies alongside established networks like Solana remains an important strategy.
