Ethereum News Today: Ethereum ETFs Attract $6.4B in 11 Weeks as Investor Optimism Surges

Ethereum-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have attracted a total of $6.4 billion in net inflows over 11 consecutive weeks, signaling a significant shift in investor sentiment toward the cryptocurrency. This surge accounts for approximately 72% of the $8.9 billion raised by Ethereum ETFs since their U.S. debut last year, according to SoSoValue data [1]. The inflows have consistently outpaced Bitcoin ETFs in recent days, with Ether-based products drawing $2.4 billion in new investments over six trading days compared to $830 million for Bitcoin counterparts [2].

Fidelity’s ETHA fund has emerged as a standout performer, growing from $5 billion to $10 billion in just 10 days. This makes it the third-fastest ETF to reach the $10 billion milestone, trailing only behind two Bitcoin ETFs from BlackRock and Fidelity [3]. Analysts have highlighted the rapid growth as a “God candle” in the ETF asset class, a term used to describe exceptional trading volume and momentum [4]. The fund’s success reflects broader institutional confidence in Ethereum, driven by its expanding role in stablecoin infrastructure and renewed price appreciation.

Ethereum’s price trajectory has further fueled optimism. After hitting lows of around $1,400 in April, the asset has rebounded to approximately $3,600, adding momentum to ETF adoption. Matthew Dibb, CIO of Astronaut Capital, attributed rising institutional demand to stablecoin growth—over half of the $265 billion stablecoin market operates on Ethereum—and Circle’s anticipated IPO [5]. Long-term Ethereum proponents, such as Arthur Hayes, have even called for a price target of $10,000 by year-end, with more conservative estimates like $7,000 gaining traction [6].

Corporate participation has also intensified. BitMine Immersion Technologies recently acquired $2 billion worth of ETH over 16 days, becoming the largest corporate holder of the asset. Strategic Ether Reserves reports that corporate treasuries now hold 2.31 million ETH, or 1.91% of the circulating supply [7]. This trend underscores Ethereum’s growing appeal as a strategic reserve asset, similar to Bitcoin’s adoption in institutional portfolios.

The broader ETF landscape shows signs of expansion. Bloomberg’s senior ETF analysts have raised the approval probability for spot ETFs on Solana, XRP, and Litecoin to 95%, up from 90%, reflecting regulatory progress and investor demand [8]. A multi-asset crypto index ETF is also expected to gain approval soon, potentially broadening access to altcoins for traditional investors.

While Bitcoin ETFs still lead in total assets, Ethereum’s rapid inflows and institutional adoption suggest a narrowing gap. The shift highlights evolving market dynamics, with investors increasingly favoring Ethereum’s role in decentralized finance (DeFi) and stablecoin ecosystems. As regulatory clarity and technological advancements continue, the competitive balance between Bitcoin and Ethereum-backed products may redefine the crypto ETF landscape.

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