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The Grayscale Ethereum Trust (ETHE), one of the largest investment vehicles for ethereum, has seen a significant evolution in its price compared to the net asset value (NAV).  Historically, the Trust has traded at a discount to NAV, but recently, in anticipation of the expected launch of a spot ETF, this discount has turned into a premium. From discount to premium: a significant change for the Grayscale Ethereum Trust The transition from discount to premium is a significant event for the Grayscale Ethereum Trust. Until recently, ETHE was trading at a price lower than the value of its holdings in ethereum.  This phenomenon was due to a series of factors, including the structure of the trust, the dynamics of supply and demand, and market expectations regarding regulation and competition. According to YCharts data, on July 3, 2024, the premium over NAV reached 0.31%. This means that investors are willing to pay slightly more than the actual value of the assets held by the Trust.  This change has been gradual and silent, but it represents an important signal of the evolution of investor sentiment. Various factors have contributed to the transition of ETHE from a discount to a premium. One of the most important is the anticipation of the launch of a spot ETF on ethereum.  A spot ETF would be a financial product that directly tracks the price of ethereum, providing a simpler and more direct way for investors to access this cryptocurrency through traditional markets. The introduction of a spot ETF could increase the demand for ethereum and for related products like ETHE. Investors might see the Trust as an early and safe gateway to the ETF, expecting the price of ETHE to benefit from the increase in demand. The impact of the regulator Another key factor is the…

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