Ethereum News Today: US Ethereum ETFs Attract $8.69B in Net Inflows in First Year on July 23, 2025

US-based spot Ethereum ETFs marked their one-year trading anniversary on July 23, 2025, with a sustained inflow streak that has driven over $8.69 billion in total net inflows since their launch. The nine ETFs, including offerings from BlackRock, Fidelity, and Grayscale, now manage $16.57 billion in assets under management, according to CoinGlass[1]. The funds have seen a surge in recent weeks, with nearly $3.9 billion of the total inflows accumulating over a 14-trading-day unbroken streak. This period includes some of the ETFs’ strongest daily inflows, such as a $332.2 million net inflow on July 16—their seventh-best day since launch—and a record $726.6 million inflow on that same date[1].

The performance contrasts with Ethereum’s (ETH) price action, which has traded between $1,500 and $4,000 over the past year but remains up over 8% annually amid broader market volatility[1]. While Bitcoin ETFs have attracted $54.5 billion in net inflows since early 2024, Ethereum ETFs have carved out a distinct niche, drawing both retail and institutional investors. BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHA) has been the largest contributor, absorbing $8.9 billion in inflows—a critical factor in offsetting Grayscale’s Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHE), which has seen $4.3 billion in net outflows as its discount to net asset value has narrowed[1].

The momentum has also sparked speculation about the next phase for Ethereum ETFs. Issuers are now pursuing staking capabilities, which would allow funds to generate rewards by locking up Ethereum to secure the network. Analysts have forecast the SEC could approve such products as early as this month, potentially expanding the ETF landscape to include multi-asset crypto funds and Solana (SOL)-focused options[1]. A staking-enabled ETF for Solana already launched in July, setting a precedent for Ethereum’s potential evolution[1].

Despite Ethereum’s price struggles to surpass its 2021 high, the ETFs’ success reflects growing institutional confidence. NovaDius Wealth Management’s Nate Geraci highlighted that six of the ETFs’ top seven inflow days occurred in the past two weeks, signaling sustained demand[1]. Meanwhile, Ethereum’s recent six-month high of $3,675 underscores its appeal as both a speculative and strategic asset, with firms like World Liberty Financial (WLFI) accumulating 3,400 ETH in a single week[1].

The ETFs’ performance has also diverged from Bitcoin’s recent outflows, which saw a two-day decline in July[1]. This divergence highlights Ethereum’s unique value proposition, particularly in decentralized finance (DeFi) and smart contract ecosystems. However, analysts caution that macroeconomic factors and broader crypto market conditions will determine the sustainability of current inflows[1].

As the ETFs enter their second year, the focus remains on maintaining their inflow trajectory amid evolving regulatory and market dynamics. For now, they continue to reshape investor behavior and institutional strategies, solidifying Ethereum’s role in mainstream finance.

Sources:

[1] [Cointelegraph](https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-ethereum-etfs-1-year-us-market)

[2] [CoinCentral](https://coincentral.com/spot-ether-etfs-see-533m-inflows-extend-streak-to-13-sessions/)

[4] [CryptoRank](https://cryptorank.io/news/feed/c4f02-why-is-crypto-up-today-july-23-2025)

[5] [Crypto](https://crypto.news/trump-linked-wlfi-bags-30m-eth-amid-price-rally/)

[6] [Investing](https://investinghaven.com/crypto-blockchain/coins/bitcoin/top3-price-predictions-new-heights-for-xrp-ethereum-bitcoin/)

[7] [CryptoWeekly](https://cryptoweekly.co/news/eric-trump-ethereum-call-proven-right/)