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- Spot Ether ETFs saw $59.3M outflows, ending an eight-day inflow streak of $3.7B.
- Analysts say sustained ETF inflows are key for ETH to reach new highs.
- Staking withdrawals and treasury buys are balancing market selling pressure.
Spot Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) closed the week with $59.3 million in outflows on Friday, ending an eight-day inflow streak that brought in nearly $3.7 billion, according to Farside data. The reversal comes as Ether briefly approached its 2021 all-time high of $4,878 before retreating to $4,448.
Since launching in July 2024, US spot Ether ETFs have accumulated $12.68 billion in total net flows, making them a significant driver of institutional exposure to Ethereum. The latest shift in ETF demand is being closely watched as traders assess whether Ether can mount another attempt at a new record high.
Analysts Stress Importance of Sustained ETF Demand
Market analysts highlight ETF flows as a critical factor for Ethereum’s price trajectory. Nansen analyst Jake Kennis stated, “The rally will hold as long as the flows and narrative remain strong.” Similarly, trader Langerius predicted Ether could target $10,000 if consistent weekly inflows return.
Why is Ethereum rising?
— LANGERIUS (@langeriuseth) August 13, 2025
Just look at these $ETH Spot ETF inflows
Since May, there have been consistent weekly inflows, some weeks seeing $1–2B coming in
If this continues for another month… $10K? pic.twitter.com/lpCu6tDewX
However, sentiment analysis shows Ether is receiving less social media bullishness compared to Bitcoin. Research platform Santiment noted that this dynamic has historically preceded short-term Ether outperformance against Bitcoin.
Staking and Treasury Buys Absorbing Pressure
Beyond ETF flows, Ethereum’s staking ecosystem is also playing a key role. This week, 877,106 ETH—worth nearly $3.9 billion—was queued for withdrawal, suggesting potential profit-taking. Yet DeFi analyst Ignas pointed out that buying activity from Ether treasury firms and ETFs has helped absorb much of the selling pressure.
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With Ether up nearly 30% over the past 30 days, the balance between ETF demand, staking withdrawals, and institutional accumulation will likely determine whether ETH can reclaim or surpass its 2021 highs.
The $59.3 million outflow from spot Ether ETFs signals a pause in the strong inflow trend that recently supported Ethereum’s rally. While analysts remain optimistic about ETH’s long-term trajectory, sustained ETF demand and institutional accumulation will be critical for the cryptocurrency to break past resistance and aim for new all-time highs.
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