Grayscale’s Ethereum Staking ETF (ETHE) recorded a $17.5 million net outflow on September 15, 2026. This withdrawal contributed to a total daily net outflow of $142.3 million across all U.S. spot Ether ETFs. This figure represents the largest combined daily exit for these products in eight months.
Investors reportedly withdrew funds due to disappointment over political discussions regarding the Clarity Act. This proposed legislation aims to establish a regulatory framework for digital assets. Similar significant exits affected major Ether ETFs managed by BlackRock and Bitwise.
The capital withdrawal signals a short-term cooling of institutional interest in spot Ether investment products. This market reaction has triggered a downtrend in Ethereum’s price. Analysts express concern that further liquidations may occur if the price fails to rebound.