Recent price increases for Ethereum are influenced by strong institutional investor interest, resulting in a significant surge in the cryptocurrency's value.
Reasons for Ethereum's Price Growth
Since mid-May 2025, Ethereum has exhibited price growth supported by institutional and corporate interest. During this period, **2.83 million ETH** have been acquired, indicating substantial institutional activity.
Impact of Institutional Investments
According to Matt Hougan, CIO of Bitwise, institutions have significantly increased their Ethereum holdings, which can be compared to Bitcoin's ETF-driven rally. Hougan noted that companies like **BitMine Immersion** and **The Ether Machine** are actively investing in ETH.
Outlook and Predictions
The current economic climate reflects significant demand for Ethereum, potentially leading to further price increases. Hougan emphasizes that in the short term there is a 'classic demand shock.' Historical trends suggest possible growth for related tokens.
Institutional investments in Ethereum create positive market expectations, which may lead to further price increases and stimulate interest in cryptocurrencies.
