Ethereum News Today: Ethereum Surges to Four-Year High on ETF Inflows and Corporate Adoption

Ethereum experienced a significant rally in July 2025, reaching a four-year high of $4,666 as corporate adoption and ETF inflows drove the price above $4,300 [1]. Institutional interest in Ethereum surged, with spot ETFs recording over $1 billion in net inflows on a single day on 11 August, marking the highest daily intake since their launch [1]. Over the course of 19 consecutive days, these ETFs saw sustained inflows, reflecting deepening institutional confidence in the asset. BlackRock’s ETHA was a standout, with $10.5 billion in total inflows [1].

Corporate entities also intensified their Ethereum holdings, with reserves surpassing 2.7 million ETH, valued at around $11.6 billion [1]. Binance Research reported a 128% increase in corporate ETH balances, driven by 24 new companies joining existing holders [1]. Strategic reserves now account for 7.98% of Ethereum’s total supply, up from just 3% in early April [1]. Prominent corporate accumulators include Bitmine Immersion Tech (1.2 million ETH), The Ether Machine (598,800 ETH), and SharpLink Gaming (345,400 ETH) [1].

Ethereum’s market share climbed to 11.8%, while Bitcoin’s dominance dipped to around 60% [1]. The altcoin’s rally has been fueled by attractive staking yields, deflationary tokenomics, and a shift from ETF exposure to direct ownership [1]. With 97% of Ethereum holders in profit, the on-chain data suggests that investor enthusiasm remains under control, without signs of overheating [1].

From a technical standpoint, Ethereum has broken above $4,300, approaching its 2021 high of $4,891. Blockchain analytics firm Glassnode has identified $5,241 as a potential next target [1]. However, Santiment highlighted that retail traders have been selling during recent price surges, a pattern historically followed by corrections [1]. Despite this, strong institutional and corporate buying could cushion the market against typical correction patterns [1].

Some traders, including those on Reddit, emphasize that Ethereum remains a central asset in the crypto ecosystem, even as it trails behind Bitcoin in market capitalization [4]. Capital often flows back to ETH and BTC during periods of volatility, reinforcing Ethereum’s foundational role [4]. Analyst Benjamin Cowen noted that Ethereum is outperforming other altcoins, with the total market cap of altcoins excluding BTC and ETH declining relative to ETH [1]. He also observed that altcoins are down approximately 50% against Ethereum since April 2025, suggesting that relief bounces could follow once ETH reaches a new all-time high [1].

Looking ahead, one trader has forecasted that if Bitcoin reaches $150,000, Ethereum could climb above $8,500 based on historical correlations [2]. While speculative, this forecast reflects the bullish sentiment surrounding the asset. In the near term, Ethereum’s price has remained within a $4,000 to $4,400 range, with analysts expecting continued volatility but also the potential for further gains as long as bullish momentum persists [3].

Ethereum’s price movement is driven by a combination of corporate adoption, ETF inflows, and technical momentum. While some indicators suggest further gains, others warn of possible corrections due to retail profit-taking and overextended positions. The coming months will be crucial in determining whether Ethereum can sustain its rally and break through its all-time high [1].

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[1] title1: Ethereum Hits 4 Year Highs Leading Crypto Market Rally... (https://coingape.com/ethereum-hits-4-year-highs-leading-crypto-market-rally-as-analyst-sees-5241-next-stop/)

[2] title2: Ethereum could reach $8.5K if Bitcoin taps $150K, trader... (https://www.fxstreet.com/cryptocurrencies/news/ethereum-could-reach-85k-if-bitcoin-taps-150k-trader-says-202508130750)

[3] title3: Ethereum Price Prediction: ETH Price in 2025,2026,2027 (https://coindcx.com/blog/price-predictions/ethereum-price-weekly/)

[4] title4: Why eth is doing better than the rest in 2025? (https://www.reddit.com/r/ethtrader/comments/1mo680h/why_eth_is_doing_better_than_the_rest_in_2025/)