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As the financial world gears up for the launch of U.S.-based spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs), the stage is set for Ethereum to potentially outshine Bitcoin, as suggested by a recent analysis by K33 Research.
While Ethereum has trailed behind Bitcoin in performance over the past year, analysts from K33 Research believe that the upcoming launch of Ethereum spot ETFs in the United States could mark a turning point for its valuation. The expected introduction of these ETFs in the coming weeks has generated considerable anticipation within the cryptocurrency market.
Vetle Lunde and David Zimmerman of K33 Research anticipate a potential game-changing impact, proposing that the debut of spot ETFs could significantly bolster Ethereum’s market value. Drawing a parallel to the effect of Bitcoin’s spot ETFs, which attracted substantial capital inflows post-launch, analysts project a similar trajectory for Ethereum.
Despite potential initial volatility post-launch, Lunde and Zimmerman foresee a substantial influx of funds into these ETFs, which could propel Ethereum’s price over time. They predict a net inflow equivalent to 0.75% to 1% of Ethereum’s circulating supply within five months post-launch, with the potential for significant price appreciation. In their assessment, the current Ethereum to Bitcoin price ratio presents an opportunity for astute traders.
While the analysts are bullish about the prospects of Ethereum ETFs, the broader market sentiment seems to reflect skepticism, as evidenced by Ethereum futures trading at a discount relative to Bitcoin futures. Ethereum's current price at around $3,312 reflects a 3.3% dip over the past day, echoing the widespread downturn in the crypto market.
Looking ahead, the industry is abuzz with anticipation for both Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. Nate Geraci, president of The ETF Store, highlighted that amended S-1 forms for Bitcoin ETFs are anticipated before July 8, with potential approvals by July 12, setting the stage for a mid-July launch.
Moreover, Steve Kurz from Galaxy Digital expressed optimism in a Bloomberg interview, underscoring the likelihood of Ethereum ETFs receiving approval within July, drawing confidence from precedents set by Bitcoin ETF applications.
Against this backdrop, the impending release of Ethereum spot ETFs in the U.S. holds the potential to reshape the cryptocurrency landscape. As the market eagerly awaits this pivotal development, all eyes are on Ethereum, poised to seize this opportunity to shine.
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