Ethereum ETFs have outpaced Bitcoin ETFs in inflows for the fifth consecutive day in August 2025, marking a strong shift in institutional investor preference towards Ethereum. Spot Ethereum ETFs have attracted over $3 billion in inflows this month, significantly surpassing Bitcoin ETF inflows, which totaled roughly $178 million in the same period. This surge coincides with Ethereum reaching yearly highs above $4,600.
Several key factors are driving this momentum:
Growing institutional demand fueled by Ethereum's transition to proof-of-stake and expanding DeFi ecosystem.
Recent US SEC guidance allowing in-kind creations and redemptions for spot ETFs, improving transparency and lowering costs.
Large corporate treasuries increasing their Ethereum holdings substantially, from $600 million to $11 billion over the past six weeks.
Increased ETF inflows especially from major players like BlackRock and Fidelity, with some single-day inflows exceeding $1 billion.
Ethereum’s price gains outpacing Bitcoin in August 2025, supported by strong on-chain activity and technical breakouts.
Overall, the elevated ETF inflows into Ethereum reflect broad investor confidence in its technology and growth prospects, signaling a significant institutional rotation into ETH compared to Bitcoin.
