Ethereum News Today: Ethereum ETFs Record $1.85B Inflows on 12% Yield $145M Whale Buy 25x Bitcoin Disparity

U.S. spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded $1.85 billion in net inflows during the week of July 21–25, marking the second-largest weekly inflow since their launch, according to SoSoValue data. This figure follows $2.18 billion in inflows the prior week, with the latest period totaling $10.39 billion in trading volume. The surge in capital allocation to Ethereum ETFs starkly contrasts with Bitcoin ETFs, which saw only $72–74 million in net inflows for the same period, a 25x disparity in capital flows [1].

BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA) led the inflow trend, capturing $1.29 billion in the week, underscoring growing institutional and retail confidence in Ethereum-based products. The momentum coincided with Ethereum’s price reaching a 24-hour high of $3,850, driven by a $145 million whale purchase from Galaxy Digital and favorable market conditions [6].

Analysts attribute the inflow surge to Ethereum’s structural advantages over Bitcoin, including its annualized basis trade yields of 12%, compared to Bitcoin’s 3% staking returns. These mechanisms, combined with Ethereum’s broader adoption in decentralized finance (DeFi) and enterprise applications, have bolstered its appeal. The active staking market and basis trade features allow investors to borrow ETH at a discount to the spot price, generating yield-driven strategies that differentiate Ethereum from Bitcoin’s more static staking model [1].

The trend extended Ethereum ETFs’ inflow streak to 16 consecutive days, with total assets under management now exceeding $9.33 billion. By contrast, Bitcoin ETFs faced midweek outflows despite attracting $130.8 million in net inflows for the week. Institutional participation in Ethereum has also reached record levels, with companies expanding holdings amid bullish sentiment. However, Bitcoin’s first-mover advantage and entrenched network effects remain significant, ensuring its continued dominance despite short-term inflow disparities [1].

The data highlights a pivotal shift in capital allocation within the crypto-ETF market. While Ethereum’s yield-driven innovations and ecosystem advantages position it as a compelling alternative, Bitcoin’s cumulative inflows of $54.82 billion underscore its enduring appeal. The interplay between Ethereum’s structural strengths and Bitcoin’s foundational status will likely define the next phase of crypto-ETF evolution.

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[1] [Ethereum ETFs Outpace Bitcoin by 25x as 12% Basis Trade Drives 1.85B Inflows](https://www.ainvest.com/news/ethereum-news-today-ethereum-etfs-outpace-bitcoin-25x-12-basis-trade-drives-1-85b-inflows-2507/)

[6] [Ethereum Price Rally Fueled by 145 Million Whale Buy and ETF Inflows](https://www.xt.com/en/blog/post/ethereum-price-rally-fueled-by-145-million-whale-buy-and-etf-inflows)