BlackRock's Bitcoin Trust ETF Posts Substantial Gains
On September 18, 2026, BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) saw significant gains, rising approximately 5.8% in value. This notable increase was accompanied by a substantial trading volume of $1.56 billion.
This performance ranked IBIT fifth among all ETFs for the day, surpassing the Gold ETF GLD's trading volume of $907.64 million by about 72%. The strong showing highlights the growing adoption and interest in crypto-based investment vehicles.