As of June 16, 2025, ETH's open interest was reported at $35.36 billion, reflecting active institutional interest. Yet, U.S.-listed Ethereum ETFs experienced $2.1 million in outflows on Friday, halting a notable 19-day inflow trend, as noted by Farside Investors. Despite this, ETH maintains its trading range between $2,500 and $2,800, indicating sustained bullish sentiment.
A significant report released by Etherealize—enhancing the connection between institutional finance and Ethereum—underscores the cryptocurrency's growing importance. The report asserts that Ethereum is becoming a fundamental layer for a digitally native global financial ecosystem, with over 80% of tokenized assets relying on its infrastructure. The argument positions ETH not just as a store of value but as vital collateral, operational fuel, and yield-producing infrastructure. The report labels ETH as "digital oil," an essential asset for a financially integrated global system and recommends it as a central holding alongside Bitcoin.
Technical analysis indicates ETH has traded within a range of $2,500.43 and $2,554.69, closing near its session highs. A double-bottom pattern at $2,495–$2,510 coincides with above-average volume, and despite testing resistance around $2,553, the market response indicates strong momentum. Analysts anticipate possible upward movement toward the $2,575–$2,600 range in the near term.