Ethereum Staking Inflows Double Exits, Signaling Supply Tightening
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 29 2025- Rising Staking Demand: Ethereum's staking inflows have reached approximately 745,619 ETH, nearly double the outflows, indicating strong institutional demand for long-term lockups, thereby enhancing market confidence in Ethereum.
- Shrinking Exit Queue: The current exit queue contains about 360,518 ETH with an estimated wait time of eight days, suggesting that fewer validators are seeking near-term liquidity, which could further alleviate market supply pressure.
- Significant Institutional Activity: BitMine recently staked 342,560 ETH worth nearly $1 billion, demonstrating sustained interest from institutional investors, which may drive price increases and enhance market stability.
- Network Upgrades Support: The Pectra upgrade improves staking efficiency for large holders, combined with the trend of DeFi deleveraging, further reinforces signals of tightening Ethereum supply, indicating potential price increases in the future.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
