Ethereum ETFs in the United States are making headlines, posting historic inflows and surpassing Bitcoin ETFs in investor attention. After months of trailing behind Bitcoin, Ethereum (ETH) has found fresh momentum among institutional investors, marking a significant shift in market sentiment.
On July 24 alone, Ethereum ETFs recorded a staggering $231.23 million in net inflows, the highest daily figure in their history. This pushed the current streak to 15 straight days of inflows, now totalling $4.63 billion. Even more impressively, the funds have now posted net inflows for eleven consecutive weeks, accumulating $6.6 billion during this period.
While Bitcoin ETF inflows have historically outpaced Ethereum’s, ETH is now showing stronger momentum and consistency. This growing demand reflects a broader shift toward altcoins in long-term institutional strategies.
July 2025: Ethereum ETFs’ Best Month Yet
July 2025 has officially become the most successful month in Ethereum ETFs history, raking in $4.67 billion in net inflows. This more than doubles its previous record of $2.08 billion set in December 2024, showing renewed investor confidence in the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency.
This performance also highlights the growing maturity and adoption of Ethereum-based financial products. The continuous stream of capital into Ethereum ETFs suggests that investors are increasingly seeing Ethereum not just as a speculative asset, but as a core component of a balanced crypto portfolio.
Despite being launched later than Bitcoin ETFs, Ethereum funds are now playing catch-up with considerable speed and enthusiasm.
Bitcoin ETFs Slow Amid Outflows
While Ethereum funds are thriving, Bitcoin ETFs are facing a brief slowdown. On July 24, BTC ETFs still managed to bring in $226.61 million in net inflows, recovering from a three-day streak of outflows that saw $283 million exit the funds.
However, weekly flows remain in the red, currently standing at $58.64 million in net outflows. This contrasts with Ethereum’s steady inflow streak and hints at a short-term shift in preference among institutional players.
That said, the broader picture for Bitcoin ETFs remains strong. July 2025 is currently the third-best performing month for BTC ETFs, with $5.2 billion in net inflows to date, indicating that while inflow momentum has slowed slightly, overall interest remains high.
ETF Influence on Crypto Markets Grows
Since launching in January 2024, Bitcoin ETFs have had a substantial impact on the market. Currently, ETF holdings account for 6.54% of Bitcoin’s total market capitalisation. Analysts estimate that around 30% of Bitcoin’s price gains can be directly linked to ETF demand.
Ethereum ETFs, though newer to the scene, are quickly establishing a similar influence. The surge in Ethereum ETFs interest come as Ethereum continues to evolve with developments in staking, scalability, and decentralised finance (DeFi).
As institutional players broaden their exposure to crypto beyond Bitcoin, Ethereum is emerging as a clear favourite and the recent ETF inflow data confirms that shift.
Ethereum’s Time to Shine?
Ethereum’s record-breaking ETF inflows in July 2025 suggest a fundamental change in how the asset is viewed by serious investors. While Bitcoin remains a dominant force, ETH is proving its worth as a long-term institutional asset.
As crypto ETFs continue to shape market dynamics, Ethereum’s growing share signals a more diversified and maturing digital asset landscape. The competition between ETH and BTC may be heating up and Ethereum appears to be leading, at least for now.
