Ethereum News Today: Ethereum ETFs Attract $1 Billion Inflow as Price Climbs 45% in 30 Days

Ethereum ETFs recorded a record single-day inflow of $1 billion as institutional buyers aggressively accumulated ETH on August 11, 2025, pushing the price above $4,500 and bringing it closer to its all-time high of $4,800 [1]. BlackRock led the inflows, purchasing $640 million worth of ETH for its ETHA fund—the largest single-day inflow for the fund since its launch. Fidelity and Grayscale also contributed with $276.90 million and $80 million, respectively [2]. The inflows marked the strongest performance by Ethereum ETFs since their introduction in early 2025.

In addition to ETF activity, two major whale accounts purchased over $200 million of ETH from over-the-counter desks, further amplifying buying pressure. One whale acquired $137.8 million worth of ETH from FalconX, while another bought $82.9 million from Galaxy Digital OTC. These large-scale purchases followed similar moves by corporate entities, including SharpLink Gaming, which added 5,226 ETH—worth $23.1 million—to its treasury, bringing its total holdings to 604,026 ETH valued at $2.69 billion [3].

The surge in institutional demand has been supported by a favorable macroeconomic environment. U.S. CPI data released recently came in at 2.7%, below expectations, strengthening market expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut in September. Lower interest rates typically benefit risk assets like cryptocurrencies, and Ethereum has historically shown strong performance during periods of monetary easing [4]. Analysts attribute the ETF-driven price rally to a broader shift in institutional sentiment, with Ethereum now representing a strategic allocation for diversified portfolios.

Since May, Ethereum ETFs have attracted billions in net inflows, reinforcing the token’s upward momentum. Arkham noted that the scale of these inflows reflects strong institutional confidence in Ethereum’s long-term potential [5]. The accumulation trend has not only supported the price but also reinforced Ethereum’s role as the leading altcoin in a rapidly maturing crypto market.

Ethereum’s price has surged more than 45% in the last 30 days, driven largely by ETF demand and a deflationary supply dynamic. However, analysts caution that high leverage levels in the market could increase volatility risks, even as the bullish trend continues [6]. Institutional adoption is now evident across multiple fronts, with Ethereum treasury firms and ETFs collectively holding 7.4% of the total ETH supply [7].

The growing inflows into Ethereum ETFs reflect a broader acceptance of crypto as a legitimate asset class. With major financial institutions increasingly allocating capital to crypto through regulated products, Ethereum appears to be benefiting from a structural shift in how institutional investors approach the space. The continued accumulation by ETFs also highlights the token’s foundational role in DeFi and NFT ecosystems, further solidifying its position in the digital asset landscape [8].

Sources:

[1] Ethereum ETFs Snap Up $1B in ETH as Price Edges Toward Record High (https://blockonomi.com/ethereum-etfs-snap-up-1b-in-eth-as-price-edges-toward-record-high/)

[7] Ethereum Institutional Adoption Wave Accelerates (https://www.binance.com/en/square/profile/coinrank)

[8] Ethereum (ETH) Price Prediction: Institutional Money Drives ETH Past $4300 with Record ETF Inflows (https://coincentral.com/ethereum-eth-price-prediction-institutional-money-drives-eth-past-4300-with-record-etf-inflows/)