Bitcoin Market Alert: China and Saudi Arabia’s $1 Billion ETF Partnership Could Shift US Liquidity

• The China-Saudi ETF partnership signals a strategic move to shift liquidity from US-dominated markets, potentially affecting Bitcoin ETF inflows in the U.S.
• Saudi Arabia’s new Hong Kong-linked ETF, launched with $1.2 billion, could encourage regional investors to favor local markets over U.S. options.

Following a recent Crypto Rally event reported by CNF, where Bitcoin climbed after China boosted its debt ceiling for economic stimulus, a $1 billion investment commitment between China and Saudi Arabia into each other’s ETF markets represents a significant shift in global finance.

Announced during Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to Riyadh, this strategic partnership aims to bolster local investment flows and challenge the long-standing dominance of US-based ETFs. According to the Middle East’s leading independent news source, Al Monitor:

Saudi Arabia is deepening its economic ties with China as the kingdom seeks foreign direct investment to support its ambitious Vision 2030 plan, aiming to diversify its economy away from reliance on oil by investing in other sectors.

Currently, US ETFs, especially Bitcoin ETFs, hold substantial influence globally, with approximately $68.47 billion in net assets within a $9 trillion ETF market. This China-Saudi initiative signals a clear intent to rebalance market power and foster investment within their respective regions.

Saudi Arabia’s New ETF Opens Path to Hong Kong Shares

As a key part of this alliance, Saudi Arabia has introduced the Albilad CSOP MSCI Hong Kong China Equity ETF. This new product provides Saudi investors with first-time access to Hong Kong-listed shares and launches with $1.2 billion in initial funding, positioning it as the largest ETF in the Middle East.

The emergence of this partnership has notable implications for the US Bitcoin ETF market, which has enjoyed robust liquidity amid favorable global conditions. With Bitcoin ETFs drawing over $3 billion in inflows in October alone, the potential redirection of local investors toward Chinese and Saudi ETFs could shift demand away from US funds.

A Strategic Shift in Global ETF Markets

The collaborative efforts by China and Saudi Arabia mark a strategic move toward reshaping the ETF landscape. As both nations feel overlooked in the current ETF market dominated by US products, this joint initiative could spark a reallocation of investments across non-US market systems, encouraging regional investors to favor local options.

In light of intensified competition, investor interest in Bitcoin and other crypto ETFs may fluctuate. With economies rallying behind their ETFs, investor sentiment may lean toward diversification, integrating both international and domestic products. As of today, according to CoinMarketCap, Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $72,526.10, with a 1.92% increase in the past day and a 9.10% rise in the past week.