In 2024, Ethereum investors faced a tough year, with returns far lower than Bitcoin and other public chains. Solana and SUI performed particularly well, achieving returns of over 20 times and 10 times, respectively. The Ethereum ecosystem showed weakness, with insufficient innovation leading to a sluggish coin price. However, 2025 may be the year of a turnaround for Ethereum.
Net inflow of Ethereum spot ETF
After being approved in mid-2024, the US Ethereum spot ETF experienced initial outflows, but large net inflows began in early November, with continuous net inflows for 18 days by the end of November, peaking at $400 million in a single day, with a total net inflow of $2.64 billion.
Ethereum's Q1 performance has been impressive in recent years
In the past 8 years, Ethereum has seen an increase in 6 out of 8 Q1 periods, particularly in the years following the US elections, with significant growth.
Long-term holders of ETH continue to increase their holdings
The increase in long-term holders shows optimistic expectations for Ethereum's future.
Staking and restaking data remain stable and on an upward trend
The amount of ETH staked increased from 35 million ETH at the beginning of the year to 55 million ETH by the end of the year, with restaking data remaining above 4 million ETH.
Ethereum spot ETF is expected to support staking
The future Ethereum spot ETF may support staking, further enhancing its market appeal.
Despite facing challenges, Ethereum is still expected to see price increases in 2025.

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