Ethereum News Today: BlackRock's Ethereum ETF Sees Record $375M Outflow Amid Investor Profit-Taking

BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust recorded $375 million in outflows on Monday, July 14, 2025, marking the largest single-day redemption in the history of U.S. spot Ether ETFs. The total outflow across all spot Ether ETFs for the day reached $465 million, indicating a significant shift in investor sentiment following a period of strong inflows earlier in the month [1]. The redemption event highlights increased redemption pressure on Ether ETFs, despite the continued growth in Ethereum’s market profile and adoption [2].

This marked the second consecutive day of outflows, following $152 million in redemptions on the prior Friday, breaking a 20-day inflow streak. The outflow suggests a potential pause in the July bull run for Ethereum, as investors took profits or reassessed their positions amid market volatility and broader macroeconomic concerns [2]. BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust remained the most heavily redeemed product, accounting for nearly 80% of the total outflow, which underscores the dominant role the firm continues to play in the Ethereum ETF space [3].

While the redemption was notable, it does not reflect a decline in overall ETF participation, as inflows had previously set records in June. This indicates that the outflow was likely a correctionary move rather than a sign of long-term disinterest [1]. Analysts have noted that such outflows are not uncommon in the ETF space, particularly when markets experience rapid gains followed by consolidation or pullbacks [2].

The event comes amid a broader landscape of mixed signals in the crypto market, where Ether remains a focal asset for institutional investors and retail traders alike. However, the sudden redemption raises questions about short-term market stability and the sensitivity of ETF investors to price fluctuations [1]. Despite the outflow, BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust still maintains a cumulative net inflow of $9.3 billion and net assets of $10.7 billion, reflecting the ETF's enduring appeal to investors.

In contrast to the ETF redemptions, blockchain data suggests that institutional demand for Ether remains strong. On Tuesday, blockchain analytics firm Lookonchain reported that three wallets believed to be owned by whales or institutions acquired a combined 63,837 ETH, worth about $236 million, via over-the-counter deals with FalconX and Galaxy Digital. Since July 9, the firm has identified 14 new wallets that have collectively accumulated 856,554 ETH, valued at over $3.1 billion [1].

Source: [1] https://cointelegraph.com/news/spot-ether-etfs-record-465m-daily-outflow

[2] https://www.ainvest.com/news/ethereum-news-today-ethereum-etfs-face-record-465m-outflow-july-bull-run-pauses-2508/

[3] https://mx.advfn.com/bolsa-de-valores/COIN/FLOWUSD/crypto-news/96562280/blackrock-leads-record-465m-spot-ether-etf-monday