Ethereum (ETH) led the cryptocurrency market in investor inflows last week, attracting $2.87 billion out of the total $3.75 billion added to digital assets across funds. This represented 77% of the inflows and marked a significant shift in capital allocation compared to Bitcoin (BTC), which saw just $552 million in inflows. The surge in Ethereum inflows pushed the asset’s year-to-date inflows to a record $11.09 billion, surpassing any other digital asset. The total assets under management in the crypto sector reached $244 billion as of August 13, a new milestone in institutional and retail participation [1].
The United States was the primary driver of the inflows, contributing $3.73 billion—nearly 99% of the total. Other regions saw smaller inflows, with Canada, Hong Kong, and Australia contributing $33.7 million, $20.9 million, and $12.1 million, respectively. However, not all regions were positive—Brazil and Sweden recorded outflows of $10.6 million and $49.9 million. This geographic concentration suggests that the inflow trend is largely driven by U.S.-based investment demand [1].
Other altcoins also saw positive flows, though on a much smaller scale. Solana (SOL) and XRP received $176.5 million and $125.9 million, respectively. Sui (SUI) attracted $11.3 million, while Chainlink (LINK) and Cardano (ADA) saw minor inflows of $1.2 million and $0.8 million. In contrast, Litecoin (LTC) and Ton (TON) faced outflows of $0.4 million and $1 million. These figures underscore Ethereum’s dominant position in the current investment narrative [1].
Ethereum’s inflows, when compared to its total assets under management, were particularly striking. The $11.09 billion in inflows represented 29% of its overall holdings, compared to just 11.6% for Bitcoin. This suggests a stronger rate of capital accumulation for Ethereum, reinforcing its growing appeal among investors. In 2025, Ethereum has seen the highest yearly inflows among all digital assets, further signaling a potential shift in market leadership [1].
Despite a 6% decline in price to $4,271, Ethereum has maintained key support levels between $4,300 and $4,400. Analysts note that the price has been propped up by buyers near the $4,430 mark, indicating ongoing demand at higher levels. However, trading volume has dropped during the recent rebound, raising questions about the strength of the current bullish momentum. A rising price with declining volume could suggest weakening investor conviction, potentially leading to short-term volatility [1].
The inflows and stable price action have placed Ethereum in the spotlight, with many observers questioning whether Bitcoin’s dominance in the crypto market is beginning to wane. While Bitcoin remains the largest digital asset by total holdings, Ethereum’s faster rate of capital inflows and broader institutional adoption suggest a more dynamic role in the investment landscape. This trend has been supported by a growing number of U.S.-based ETFs, particularly the iShares ETFs, which accounted for $3.2 billion of the inflows [1].
Ethereum’s performance highlights the evolving nature of crypto investing, where factors such as utility, scalability, and institutional access play an increasing role in capital allocation decisions. As investors continue to shift capital toward high-potential projects, Ethereum’s infrastructure and ongoing developments position it as a key contender in the digital asset space.
Source: [1] Ethereum, XRP, SOL Lead With $3B Inflow: BTC Supremacy Fading? (https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/68a3b9c75ddfea56882ec679/)
