Institutional holdings of Ethereum have quadrupled over the past year, surpassing Bitcoin as key strategic players shift focus following spot ETF approvals.
The rise in Ethereum's institutional ownership is reshaping crypto investment strategies, as evidenced by significant asset shifts and market impacts.
Ethereum Institutional Holdings Quadruple in One Year
Ethereum's institutional holdings have quadrupled in just 12 months, driven by the approval of spot ETFs and increased regulatory clarity. Major firms, including Strategic Ethereum Reserve companies and ETF providers, have played a pivotal role in accumulating Ethereum. They added substantial amounts in Q4 2025.
Ethereum's Market Cap Soars Past $4,000 Amid Bitcoin Outflows
The shift towards Ethereum has caused a significant increase in its market cap and price, now exceeding $4,000. Bitcoin witnessed net outflows. Financial strategies are adapting to this shift, with corporate treasuries redirecting $487 million into Ethereum. This move highlights Ethereum's growing appeal.
Spot ETFs Drive Interest Similar to Bitcoin's 2024 Launch
Similar to the Bitcoin ETF launch in early 2024, Ethereum's spot ETF approvals attracted substantial institutional interest. Experts predict continued growth in Ethereum's institutional adoption, driven by favorable staking yields and an evolving regulatory landscape. As Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of MicroStrategy, noted, "The approval of spot Ethereum ETFs has opened the floodgates for institutional investment, and we're witnessing a seismic shift from Bitcoin to Ethereum."