Companies forming cryptocurrency treasuries are increasingly favoring Ethereum (ETH) over Bitcoin not only as a reserve asset but also as a source of additional income through staking. According to analysts’ estimates, the revenue from staking $1 billion in Ethereum could reach $50 million annually.
This is reported by Business • Media
Advantages and Risks of Ethereum Staking for Corporate Investors
Unlike Bitcoin, which provides only liquidity and storage, Ethereum offers the opportunity for active staking. This allows companies to generate a stable income, currently around 3% per annum. According to calculations, a treasury of $1 billion in ETH has the potential to yield between $30 million and $50 million each year.
“Ethereum-based treasuries have a new strategy: to view Ethereum not just as a storage asset but as capital that generates income,” the report states.
Among the companies already implementing such a strategy are BitMine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) and SharpLink Gaming (SBET). By the end of July 2025, the top 10 public companies held over 1 million ETH, while SharpLink Gaming’s portfolio reached 438,017 ETH according to Arkham Intelligence.
Market Dynamics and Expert Cautions
While staking offers higher returns, it comes with a lower level of liquidity: exiting staking can take several days, which is risky during periods of heightened market volatility. The use of additional strategies—restaking or DeFi farming—brings challenges related to smart contract security and operational complexity.
Analysts emphasize that effective management of profitability and risks requires a reliable storage and risk management infrastructure. At the same time, the Ethereum market continues to grow due to structural demand: currently, about 30% of the total ETH supply is staked, another 10% is locked in DeFi, and the influx of capital from ETFs remains steady.
In just one week, from July 21 to July 25, 2025, Ethereum-based exchange-traded funds attracted $1.85 billion in new investments, indicating growing confidence from institutional investors.