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Institutional Investors Amplify Holdings in Ethereum: Records in Futures and ETFs

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

2 days ago


Recent data indicates a significant increase in institutional investor interest in Ethereum, evidenced by record-breaking futures trading and demand for ETFs.

Record Interest in Ethereum Futures

Open interest in Ethereum futures on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) has surged to a new record of $7.85 billion. This measure, reflecting the value of outstanding futures contracts, is used to gauge market sentiment and capital participation. Analysts believe that hedge funds and other large players are increasing their exposure to Ethereum through derivatives, using these instruments to manage risk and position for potential upside.

Success of Ethereum ETFs and Their Impact

Spot Ethereum ETFs have recently shown a sustained inflow streak, attracting nearly $5 billion over just the past 16 days. This impressive accumulation marks one of the most notable phases since ETH ETFs were launched. According to data from SoSo Value, this influx underscores growing demand for Ethereum exposure through regulated financial instruments.

Potential for Further Growth of Ethereum

BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF has emerged as a dominant force in the market, reportedly holding close to 3 million ETH. The fund continues to capture the lion’s share of new inflows, reinforcing its leading position. Nate Geraci, a prominent ETF market analyst, highlighted that the net inflow of $452.72 million on July 25 marked the fourth-largest single-day intake in ETH ETF history. Notably, Ethereum ETFs have consistently outpaced Bitcoin ETFs in net inflows for seven straight days, signaling potential shifts in preferences among major investors.

Given the increasing interest and activity from institutional investors, Ethereum seems to be entering a new phase of market adoption, potentially setting the stage for further growth in the months ahead.

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