Ethereum has surged 62.14% since Eric Trump's February 2025 recommendation to buy at $2,900, reaching $4,702 by August 13, 2025. Trump highlighted the gain on social media, targeting critic Ashley D. C., who had dismissed his advice when Ethereum was at $1,573. A $1,000 investment following Trump's call would now be worth $1,621, while investing after Ashley's comment would have grown to $2,989. The rally is attributed to record ETF inflows, increased institutional interest, and robust on-chain activity, pushing Ethereum toward the $5,000 milestone.