Cryptocurrency Ethereum skyrockets a staggering 56% in July, marking its best performance in three years.
In the world of cryptocurrencies, July 2025 was a month to remember for Ethereum (ETH). The digital asset, known for its uncontested dominance in the Decentralised Finance (DeFi) sector with a total value locked (TVL) of $84.7 billion, experienced a remarkable performance.
The surge in Ethereum can be attributed to the massive adoption of Ethereum Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs). Since their launch, Ethereum ETFs have collected $9.3 billion, representing a 120% increase compared to previous months. The large-scale adoption of these ETFs, particularly BlackRock's ETHA ETF, greatly contributed to Ethereum's price surge.
BlackRock’s ETHA ETF grew over 200% in holdings during July, attracting $9.74 billion in net inflows and accumulating 3 million ETH, which amounted to 2.52% of Ethereum's total circulating supply[1]. This massive demand from institutional investors increased liquidity, stabilized Ethereum’s price, and fostered market confidence.
Institutional demand through Ethereum ETFs reached $5 billion in inflows in July, with 12 consecutive weeks of inflows, helping push Ethereum to multi-year highs of around $3,700 by the end of the month[2]. Large institutional buyers tend to have longer-term strategies, which reduces volatility and enhances Ethereum’s legitimacy as a strategic asset[2].
The growing acceptance and anticipation of innovative products, such as BlackRock’s staking-focused Ethereum ETF proposal being reviewed by the SEC, also bolstered investor sentiment and contributed to price gains[3].
Ethereum's DeFi ecosystem continues to grow with new protocols and increased revenues. The offering of stablecoins on Ethereum reached a record high of $132.5 billion, strengthening its central role in decentralized finance (DeFi). The weekly revenues of Ethereum applications reached a six-month high of $89.8 million, indicating growing adoption.
Technical improvements in scalability and energy efficiency enhance the platform's appeal. Real asset tokenization is gaining traction, diversifying use cases and opening new markets for ETH. The MRC forecasts a potential target between $4200 and $4500 for ETH in the coming weeks, representing an increase of approximately 15% from its current price.
Traditional banks are exploring integration of ETH for stablecoins and DeFi. Ethereum is currently trading between $3800 and $3900, and could potentially break the psychological barrier of $4000.
The performance of Ethereum places it among the top performing cryptocurrencies in July. July 2025 marks a turning point, confirming Ethereum as an indispensable pillar of the digital economy. Ethereum is consolidating its first-mover advantage in DeFi and ETFs compared to its competitors.
The historical resistance at $4100 is expected to slow down the short-term rise of ETH once it is surpassed. Despite this, the future looks bright for Ethereum, with continued growth and adoption expected in the months ahead.
[1] CoinDesk (2025). BlackRock’s ETHA ETF Grows Over 200% in July, Attracting $9.74 Billion in Net Inflows. [online] Available at: https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/08/01/blackrocks-etha-etf-grows-over-200-in-july-attracting-9-74-billion-in-net-inflows/
[2] Bloomberg (2025). Ethereum Hits Multi-Year Highs as Institutional Demand Fuel Rally. [online] Available at: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-07-31/ethereum-hits-multi-year-highs-as-institutional-demand-fuels-rally
[3] Reuters (2025). BlackRock Proposes Staking-Focused Ethereum ETF, Boosting Market Sentiment. [online] Available at: https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/blackrock-proposes-staking-focused-ethereum-etf-boosting-market-sentiment-2025-08-05/
At the Ethereum Crypto Academy, there's a strong focus on understanding the role of finance and technology in the crypto market. The surge in Ethereum's price in July 2025 was largely due to the massive adoption of Ethereum Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) that were launched, which collectively gathered $9.3 billion in just one month, a 120% increase compared to previous months.
