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<p>The launch of the first spot Ethereum ETFs was a major event in the crypto universe. However, the entry of these funds into the market did not generate the expected enthusiasm. Despite these difficult beginnings, some market players remain optimistic about the potential of these new financial instruments.</p>
<h2 id="h-des-debuts-en-demi-teinte-pour-les-etf-ethereum">Mixed beginnings for Ethereum ETFs</h2>
<p>Spot Ethereum ETFs were recently launched by nine companies after SEC approval. However, the initial performance fell short of expectations. Several of these funds recorded a <a href="https://www.cointribune.com/en/crypto-ethereum-etfs-drop-for-2-consecutive-days-whats-happening/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">difficult start</a>. The Franklin Ethereum ETF (EZET), for example, saw a drop of about 10% right from its launch. Grayscale’s Ethereum ETF (ETHE) also witnessed a significant drop in its assets under management. These fell notably from over $9 billion to $7.4 billion.</p>
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<p>On the other hand, Grayscale’s Ethereum Mini Trust (ETH) recently saw an increase in capital inflows. The same goes for BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA). The ETHA fund attracted about $71 million, while the Mini Trust raised $58 million. These competing funds seem to be benefiting from better investor acceptance, seeking to minimize costs while remaining exposed to Ethereum.</p>
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<h2 id="h-perspectives-d-avenir-pour-ces-fonds">Future prospects for these funds</h2>
<p>David Mann, head of ETF products and capital markets at Franklin Templeton, <a href="https://www.cryptopolitan.com/spot-ethereum-etfs-will-succeed/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">expressed</a> moderate expectations regarding these new products: “We think they will be successful, but it is unlikely that they will reach the same level of assets as Bitcoin ETFs.” This statement reflects caution about the reception of Ethereum ETFs, as the market is still assessing their potential.</p>
<p>However, Ben Johnson of Morningstar provided a balanced perspective, explaining that the volumes observed for these ETFs are proportional to Ethereum’s size compared to Bitcoin. “There is a healthy appetite, healthy volume, healthy demand,” he stated, emphasizing that Ethereum ETFs could gradually gain popularity and adoption, despite their timid beginnings.</p>
<p>Ethereum ETFs have certainly not yet reached the resounding success of <a href="https://www.cointribune.com/en/boom-in-bitcoin-etfs-over-17-billion-in-net-inflows/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Bitcoin ETFs</a>. However, despite their hesitant start, these funds offer a practical and cost-effective way for investors to access the crypto market. The future of these products will depend on Ethereum’s ability to maintain its market position and investors’ interest in diversifying their portfolios with digital assets. Hopefully, the situation will change this week!</p>

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