Ethereum ETF Sees New Year Jitters as Outflows Hit iShares’ Flagship Trust
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The iShares Ethereum Trust ETF, ETHA, started 2026 on a cautious note, recording net outflows of $21.5 million on January 2, 2026. The redemption represents roughly 0.21% of the fund’s latest assets under management, which stand at about $10.28 billion, suggesting investors are trimming exposure rather than staging a full-scale exit.
The move comes after a volatile quarter for Ethereum prices that has tested conviction across crypto-linked products. While the outflow is modest relative to ETHA’s overall size, it underscores a more defensive tone among institutional and sophisticated retail investors who have used the ETF as a liquid proxy for direct exposure to Ether.
The related asset, ETH-USD, is currently trading around $3,100.11, having shed roughly 30.8% over the past three months. Despite the steep drawdown, short-term trading indicators point to indecision rather than panic, with the 1-day technical signal sitting at Hold. This split picture—sharp recent losses paired with neutral technicals—helps explain why outflows have been noticeable but not yet overwhelming.
For now, ETHA’s flows hint at recalibration instead of capitulation, as investors weigh whether Ethereum’s correction is a buying opportunity or the start of a longer consolidation phase. For a more detailed analysis and real-time sentiment trends, check the live cryptocurrency prices here.