Ethereum Confronts $2,800 Barrier Despite Steady ETF Inflows

By Michael FawnEthereum (ETH) is trading in a tight range this Friday, September 26, 2026, consolidating around $2,689 as it struggles to overcome a critical $2,800 resistance level. This price action unfolds even as U.S. spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) logged their sixth consecutive day of net inflows, signaling robust institutional demand.The cryptocurrency, which posted a modest 0.1% decline on the day, finds itself in a familiar battle. Despite fresh capital flowing into dedicated