Bitcoin ETFs are still $1 billion shy of breaking even in 2026

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Bitcoin ETFs remain roughly $1 billion short of breakeven by 2026, according to the September 8 day‑ahead outlook, which projects cumulative fees of $4.2 billion against $5.2 billion in operating costs. The shortfall reflects modest inflows, higher expense ratios and lingering regulatory uncertainty, suggesting that investors may demand stronger performance or fee reductions before the sector achieves profitability.