Ethereum ETF inflow streak ends with a net outflow of 152.3 ETH on August 1st, except for BlackRock's $ETHA.

Ethereum ETF inflow streak ends with a net outflow of 152.3 ETH on August 1st, except for BlackRock's $ETHA.

On August 1st, the 20-day inflow streak for Ethereum ETFs came to an end with a net outflow of 152.3 ETH, marking the first day of outflows since the streak began [1]. This reversal in investor sentiment follows a period of strong inflows, with the ETFs recording a total of $5.4 billion in net inflows during July 2025, a 369% increase from the previous month [3]. Despite this significant inflow, the market dynamics shifted on August 1st, with a net outflow of 152.3 ETH, primarily driven by outflows from Grayscale’s ETHE, which lost $6.80 million [1].

The 20-day inflow streak for Ethereum ETFs was the longest recorded since their launch, demonstrating a strategic reallocation of capital within the crypto market [1]. This trend reflects a growing acceptance of Ethereum as a viable asset class within traditional finance. However, the recent outflows suggest a potential short-term correction in demand for Ethereum-based investment vehicles [7]. The market now appears to be in a transitional phase, with Ethereum ETFs gaining traction as an alternative investment vehicle amid mixed signals for Bitcoin-based products.

The 20-day inflow streak for Ethereum ETFs was primarily driven by BlackRock’s ETHA, which led the inflows with $18.18 million on the final day of the streak and added $4.2 billion in July 2025 [2]. The fund's aggressive accumulation strategy saw it acquire over 3 million ETH, valued at $11.4 billion, by early August [2]. This significant inflow contributed to a 19-day consecutive streak of net inflows for U.S. spot Ethereum ETFs, which now hold more than $21.52 billion in total assets [3].

Despite the recent outflows, Ethereum ETFs continue to hold approximately 5.7 million ETH, valued at around $22 billion, representing nearly 4.7% of Ethereum’s total circulating supply [3]. This growth in ETH holdings highlights the growing institutional interest in Ethereum as a long-term asset. The recent surge in ETF inflows has added significant momentum to Ethereum’s market performance, with ETH currently trading at $3,860, up 1.3% over the past 24 hours and 16% year-to-date [3].

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently approved in-kind redemption mechanisms for both Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, further fueling institutional interest in these digital assets [3]. This regulatory shift may also pave the way for staking features to be added to Ethereum ETFs in the future, giving ETH a major advantage over Bitcoin in terms of yield [3].

In conclusion, while the Ethereum ETF inflow streak ended with a net outflow on August 1st, the overall trend of growing institutional interest in Ethereum remains strong. The recent surge in ETF inflows has added significant momentum to Ethereum’s market performance, positioning it as a core holding alongside more established assets.

References:
[1] https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitcoin-news-today-ether-etfs-hit-20-day-inflow-streak-bitcoin-etfs-115m-outflow-2508/
[2] https://www.ainvest.com/news/ethereum-news-today-blackrock-etha-etf-surges-4-2-billion-july-inflows-largest-ether-fund-2508/
[3] https://thecurrencyanalytics.com/altcoins/ethereum-etfs-see-record-breaking-5-4b-inflows-over-19-days-188252