Grayscale ETHE Outflow Slows, But Concerns Linger

IconCryptoNewsTerminal Staff29 Jul, 2024

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Grayscale ETHE Outflow Slows, But Concerns Linger

Grayscale's Ethereum spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) has seen a slowdown in outflows, but concerns remain about the fund's long-term prospects. According to data from financial information platform Farside Investors, on the 29th (local time), a net outflow of $210 million occurred from the Grayscale ETH spot ETF (ETHE). While this is a decrease from the significant outflows seen in the days following ETHE's launch, it still represents a sizable amount of money leaving the fund. In the five trading days since its launch, ETHE's assets under management have decreased by 19.7%. At this rate, cryptocurrency influencer Trader T predicts that ETHE's assets will decrease by a total of 50% by August 14. The outflows from ETHE come as the cryptocurrency market continues to face headwinds. Recently, the Securities and Exchange Commission rejected Grayscale's application to convert ETHE into a spot ETF. This has raised doubts about ETHE's future and has led some investors to redeem their shares in the fund. It remains to be seen whether or not the outflows from ETHE will continue. However, the fund's recent performance and the ongoing concerns about the cryptocurrency market suggest that investors should be cautious before investing in ETHE.