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Sign InIn a move reflecting growing institutional confidence in digital assets, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink stated that the leverage washout responsible for recent crypto market crashes is now over. Fink noted that Bitcoin (BTC) is currently exhibiting greater stability at its present levels after a period of intense volatility. These comments suggest that the market has moved past the phase of forced liquidations that previously weighed heavily on asset valuations.
Fink's outlook aligns with major financial institutions deepening their sector involvement; BlackRock's own Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) saw record inflows exceeding $20 billion earlier this year, according to Bloomberg data. In comparison to peers, JPMorgan analysts have recently noted that a decline in Bitcoin's volatility is a prerequisite for sustained institutional adoption, especially as the asset stabilizes following the recent correction phase.
Regarding market performance, BlackRock shares (0QZZ.L) stood at $1,074.74 at the close of July 17, 2026, having traded between a low of $1,051.30 and a high of $1,102.21. Traders are now looking ahead to the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) release on July 14, which serves as a critical catalyst for risk appetite across both crypto and major financial equities.
Update: In a move that puts Larry Fink's comments into practice, BlackRock has disclosed a new $116 million acquisition of Bitcoin as part of its latest investment strategy update. This purchase signals continued confidence in digital asset stability and underscores the firm's commitment to expanding its crypto holdings despite broader market fluctuations.