Ethereum-based ETFs are gaining momentum in U.S. markets, attracting $8.7 billion in net inflows since their launch just one year ago — with nearly $4.6 billion flooding in over the last two weeks alone.
ETH ETFs Surge Amid Market Rally and Regulatory Optimism
The surge in Ethereum ETF activity comes as ETH’s price gains accelerate. Ether (ETH) has soared 26% in the week of July 14, after a 16% jump the previous week, and is now trading around $3,704, up 11% year-to-date.
This bullish momentum is backed by a renewed wave of institutional interest, driven by two factors: price action and regulatory clarity. With Congress advancing the GENIUS Act and CLARITY Act, and growing bipartisan support, traders and institutions are rotating back into crypto — especially Ethereum.
BlackRock’s ETHA Reaches $10 Billion AUM in Record Time
Among the various ETFs, BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA) is dominating headlines. ETHA has officially become the third-fastest ETF in history to reach $10 billion in assets under management, according to Bloomberg Intelligence.
Only BlackRock’s own iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) and Fidelity’s Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC) achieved the milestone faster.
“This growth validates Ethereum’s long-term role in institutional portfolios,” said ETF analyst Eric Balchunas, noting ETHA’s rapid rise as a major indicator of confidence in Ethereum’s value proposition.
Grayscale Lags Behind as New Players Lead
Despite this bullish narrative, Grayscale’s Ethereum Trust (ETHE) continues to see outflows, as investors exit legacy structures in favor of newer, more cost-effective ETF offerings.
Major financial firms — including Fidelity, VanEck, Franklin Templeton, and Bitwise — now offer spot Ethereum ETFs, providing broader exposure and competition that benefits retail and institutional investors alike.
15 Days of Inflows and Counting
Ethereum ETFs have now posted 15 consecutive days of net inflows, a clear sign of sustained investor demand. This trend could accelerate as more legislation passes, unlocking further adoption of tokenization, stablecoins, and Ethereum-based financial products.
Conclusion
The numbers speak for themselves: Ethereum is proving its institutional staying power. With $8.7B in ETF inflows in just 12 months — and BlackRock’s ETHA already a $10B behemoth — the Ethereum investment thesis is no longer niche. It’s mainstream, and it’s growing.
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