Ethereum Validator Entry Queue Jumps 237x as 35.6M ETH Staked Above $3,000 Price Level

Ethereum has seen a sharp rise in staking demand, with its validator entry queue reported to be 237 times larger than the exit queue and 35.6 million ETH, or 29.5% of supply, already locked. The staked coins are earning a 2.84% APR while ETH trades around $3,236.61, and analysts suggest the resulting liquidity squeeze could support price stability and a more positive outlook for 2026.