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Ethereum ETFs Poised for July 23 Launch: Potential Price Surge and Market Impact

Arslan Butt•Thursday, July 18, 2024•2 min read

Ethereum ETFs Poised for July 23 Launch: Potential Price Surge and Market Impact
Spot Ethereum ETFs set to launch on July 23?

As the cryptocurrency market eagerly anticipates the launch of spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs), industry analysts and asset managers are predicting significant market movements and potential price surges for ETH. With most issuers having updated their S-1 forms with revised fees, the stage is set for a July 23 launch, as reported by Bloomberg ETF analysts James Seyffart and Eric Balchunas.

Fee Structures and Market Competition

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The updated S-1 forms reveal a wide range of fee structures among issuers. Notably, seven out of ten ETFs are offering waiver fees, providing discounted or zero trading fees for a specified period. Franklin Templeton has set the lowest fee at 0.19%, while industry giant BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust will charge 0.25%, with an initial discounted rate of 0.12% for the first 12 months or until it reaches $2.5 billion in net assets.

Grayscale’s ETHE, however, stands out with a significantly higher fee of 2.5%, ten times more than most competitors. This pricing strategy has raised eyebrows, especially considering Grayscale’s plan to divest 10% of its trust shares to the ETF, potentially benefiting from heavy outflows.

Potential Market Impact and Ethereum Price Predictions

Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise, has expressed a bullish outlook on the impact of Ethereum ETFs. He predicts that ETF inflows could drive Ethereum’s price to record highs above $5,000, surpassing even the effects seen in the spot Bitcoin ETF market.

Hougan cites three key factors supporting his optimistic view:

1. Ethereum’s lower short-term inflation rate (0% over the past year) compared to Bitcoin’s 1.7% at the time of Bitcoin ETF launches.
2. The difference between Bitcoin miners and Ethereum stakers, with the latter facing lower selling pressure due to reduced operational costs.
3. The scarcity created by staked ETH, with approximately 40% of all ETH currently unavailable for immediate sale.

However, Hougan cautions that the initial weeks post-launch could see volatility, particularly due to potential outflows from the existing $11 billion Grayscale Ethereum Trust (ETHE) as it converts to an ETF.

Market Expectations and Competition

The launch of Ethereum ETFs is expected to attract significant investor interest. Bitwise estimates that these ETFs could gather $15 billion in new assets over their first 18 months of trading, matching the inflows seen by spot Bitcoin ETFs in their first six months.

As the launch date approaches, competition among issuers is intensifying. Five issuers – Bitwise, Fidelity, Franklin Templeton, 21Shares, and VanEck – have proposed to completely waive their fees initially, aiming to attract early investors.

Regulatory Landscape

Reports indicate that at least three ETF issuers – BlackRock, Franklin Templeton, and VanEck – have already received “preliminary approval” from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The final approval is expected to come after trading hours on Monday, July 22, paving the way for trading to begin the following day.

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Arslan Butt
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Arslan Butt serves as the Lead Commodities and Indices Analyst, bringing a wealth of expertise to the field. With an MBA in Behavioral Finance and active progress towards a Ph.D., Arslan possesses a deep understanding of market dynamics.His professional journey includes a significant role as a senior analyst at a leading brokerage firm, complementing his extensive experience as a market analyst and day trader. Adept in educating others, Arslan has a commendable track record as an instructor and public speaker.His incisive analyses, particularly within the realms of cryptocurrency and forex markets, are showcased across esteemed financial publications such as ForexCrunch, InsideBitcoins, and EconomyWatch, solidifying his reputation in the financial community.
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