Ethereum News Today: Ethereum Surges 70% in July to $3,941 as ETF Inflows Outpace Bitcoin Institutional Demand

Ethereum’s price trajectory has gained significant momentum in recent months, driven by institutional demand and surging inflows into spot Ethereum ETFs. Standard Chartered analysts highlight that institutional allocations for Ethereum now exceed those for Bitcoin, a shift attributed to stricter regulations limiting direct crypto investments [2]. This trend is further supported by the bank’s recent launch of a UK-based spot trading desk for Ethereum and Bitcoin, enabling institutional clients to engage directly with these assets—marking a critical step in integrating digital assets into traditional finance [2]. The move aligns with broader institutional strategies, including Standard Chartered’s investments in crypto infrastructure firms like Zodia Custody [2].

Ethereum’s price surge has been bolstered by robust ETF inflows, with $453 million in net inflows recorded on a single day in late July 2025, according to multiple sources [30]. Over the past six weeks, ETH ETFs have added 1.6 million ETH, with analysts projecting annual inflows could surpass $20 billion—far exceeding Ethereum’s estimated supply of 0.8 million ETH during the same period [30]. This “supply shock” has contributed to Ethereum hitting a yearly high of $3,941 as of July 2025, with a near 70% increase in July alone [9].

Price forecasts from analysts remain largely bullish. Standard Chartered anticipates Ethereum could rise above $4,000 as institutional interest intensifies [2], while CoinDCX predicts a potential $4,000 target within 3–5 days if current momentum persists [3]. Technical indicators corroborate these predictions, with Ethereum nearing a key $4,000 resistance level. Brave New Coin analysts suggest a breakout could push the price toward $4,500 or even $4,800 [30]. However, historical patterns show Ethereum has previously struggled to break past $4,000, often retreating after failed attempts [48]. Current overbought conditions, reflected in a 77 RSI reading on the daily chart, and converging MACD lines signal potential volatility [59].

Institutional accumulation further underscores Ethereum’s bullish outlook. SharpLink Gaming, for instance, has purchased 77,210 ETH ($295 million), bringing its total holdings to 438,017 ETH ($1.69 billion), as part of a strategy to leverage long-term staking and yield generation [30]. Meanwhile, Ethereum’s Layer 2 ecosystem, including platforms like Arbitrum and Optimism, has seen rising transaction volumes and reduced gas fees, enhancing the network’s scalability and utility [30].

Despite these positives, risks persist. Macroeconomic factors—including U.S. tariff deadlines and Federal Reserve rate decisions—could introduce market instability [59]. A breakdown below $3,754 might trigger a retest of support zones near $3,680, while sustained strength above $4,089 could target $4,300 and beyond [30]. Seasonal patterns, historically favorable for August rallies (averaging 64.2% gains post-halving cycles), and ETF-driven demand suggest a cautiously optimistic long-term outlook [30].

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