A decision on Ethereum ETF options has been pushed back to November, four days after Blackrocks’s IBIT options trading was approved.
Ether’s current weekly rally of 11% is its largest gain in Q3 of this year while breaking above a key trendline, suggesting a bullish trend shift.
Ethereum holders are definitely being tested by some tough times, with recent price action failing to create a bullish perspective for the digital asset. One of the major disappointments has been the performance of spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which were launched in the U.S. with great fanfare. These ETFs were seen by numerous market participants as the key that could unlock significant upward movement for Ethereum. Since their introduction, they have not delivered the expected results, leaving investors frustrated. Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer of Bitwise, a popular crypto index fund manager, continues to maintain a positive ETH outlook. According to him, Ethereum is still at the forefront of blockchain applications that are seeing breakthrough success. This Is Not The End For Ethereum The lack of positive momentum in the Ethereum market has been enough to shake the confidence of seasoned investors. The combination of uncertain macroeconomic factors, rising competition from Solana and other blockchains, and the unmet expectations surrounding the Ethereum ETFs has contributed to the pessimistic outlook for the digital asset. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Says Bitcoin All-Time High Only A Month Away After Breaking $60,000 Among the optimists is Matt Hougan, who shared his views in a recent memo. Hougan has maintained a bullish outlook on Ethereum, standing firm in his belief that the current challenges are only temporary and that the asset still has the potential to rebound. Hougan argues that although Ethereum has fallen behind Bitcoin and Solana’s year-to-date growth of 38% and 31%, respectively, the cryptocurrency’s long-term prospects remain strong. In his memo, Hougan highlighted ETH’s continued dominance as the leading blockchain for decentralized applications (dApps), stating that it retains the lion’s share of activity among developers building on blockchain technology. He went as far as to liken Ethereum to the “Microsoft of blockchains.” To support his claim, Hougan pointed to notable examples of Ethereum’s adoption by major companies. One such example is BlackRock’s tokenized money market fund, which launched in March 2024 and now has more than $500 million in assets under management. Another example is Nike’s Web3 gear platform called .Swoosh. Ethereum has the most active developers and users. As such, Hougan believes the blockchain will be first on the radar of the next large traditional company wanting to do a blockchain product. Related Reading: October To Remember: Descending Broadening Wedge Says Bitcoin Is Going To $90,000 What’s Next For ETH? According to Hougan, Ethereum is a contrarian bet for the rest of the year. What this basically means is that he expects Ethereum to go against the ongoing market sentiment and surprise many investors with a bullish run by the end of the year. At the time of writing, ETH is trading at $2,440 and is up by 5.2% in the past 24 hours. This recent uptick brings Ethereum close to testing a key resistance level at $2,450 once again. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Recent Ethereum price action saw ETH reaching another low of $2,150 on September 6, raising concerns of a more severe drop towards the $2,000 price level. Although these concerns were eased with a subsequent bounce to $2,460 on September 13, Ethereum remains largely in a downtrend, with a triple-bottom price formation now shaping up. Interestingly, this triple bottom formation is not new for Ethereum. As technical analysis points out, the current price action seems to repeat a similar playout in mid-2021. Ethereum Fractal Suggests Rally In Q4 According to a technical analysis by crypto analyst CryptoBullet on social media platform X, Ethereum is shaping up to form a triple bottom price formation on the 1D candlestick time frame. While the third bottom has yet to be fully completed, the analyst draws attention to a similar pattern that unfolded between June and August 2021. Related Reading: Analyst Identifies $0.75 As Most Crucial Target For XRP Price In The Campaign For $1 During those three months, Ethereum’s price fluctuated up and down to create three distinct lows just above the $1,675 mark. After the third low was established, Ethereum experienced a significant bullish rally that propelled it to break through and establish its current all-time high. This upward movement became even more pronounced after a fractal pattern emerged in August 2021, signaling a strong momentum shift. Recent market dynamics have prompted Ethereum to create two bottoms of around $2,150 in August and September. Interestingly, a recent rejection at the $2,450 resistance has seen Ethereum pushing on a decline. This has prompted analyst CryptoBullet to highlight the possibility of a third low in October, thereby completing the triple bottom formation. Price formations in cryptocurrency markets are known to repeat over time, often following patterns that can help traders anticipate future movements. While no two market conditions are exactly the same, studying past price movements provides valuable insights into what may happen in the future. A similar playout of the 2021 price action puts on a similar surge for Ethereum in Q4 2024. Notably, the analyst envisioned a rally towards the $3,700 price level. What’s Next For ETH? At the time of writing, Ethereum is trading at $2,320 and continues to exhibit a weak short-term outlook. If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,340 resistance, it could start another decline towards $2,150. Related Reading: Shiba Inu Competitor FLOKI Forms Falling Wedge That Could Trigger 54% Breakout This weak performance and outlook are even more pronounced compared with Bitcoin. As such, Ethereum/Bitcoin is now at its lowest level since April 2021, a staggering 41-month low. Most of this lackluster action has also been exacerbated by selloffs from a few large holders. For instance, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently came under scrutiny for selling $2.2 million worth of Ethereum. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
The Ethereum price has been one of the major talking points in the crypto space lately, having been under significant bearish pressure in recent weeks. However, the second-largest cryptocurrency seems to be on a recovery path following its first positive weekly performance in more than a month. Recent on-chain data shows that significant amounts of ETH tokens have made their way to centralized exchanges in the past day. The question now is — could this hamper the recent progress shown by the Ethereum price? Here’s How Rising Exchange Inflow Affects Ethereum Price Prominent crypto pundit Ali Martinez took to the X platform to reveal that Ethereum investors have been moving their assets to centralized exchanges in the past 24 hours. This on-chain observation is based on the CryptoQuant exchange reserve metric, which monitors the total amount of a particular cryptocurrency on all exchanges. Related Reading: Is Bitcoin Heading For A Bear Market? Analysts Weigh In On The Price Struggles Typically, the value of this metric increases when investors make more deposits than withdrawals of a token (Ether, in this case) into a centralized exchange. On the flip side, when the exchange reserve metric falls, it implies that the holders are moving their assets out of crypto exchanges. When investors move their assets from self-custodial wallets to centralized exchanges, it is often because they intend to use the platforms’ services, which include selling. As a result, an increase in the exchange reserve metric is often associated with increasing selling pressure. According to data from CryptoQuant, more than 112,000 ETH (worth around $257.6 million) were transferred to cryptocurrency exchanges in the last 24 hours. The movement of these significant Ether amounts could trigger downward pressure on the Ethereum price. Considering its delicate position at the moment, bearish circumstances, such as rising exchange inflows, could hinder the Ethereum price’s newly found momentum. Nonetheless, it is worth noting there has not been such an effect on ETH’s price in the past day. On the contrary, the altcoin is up by more than 3% while looking to breach the $2,500 level. Are Investors Fleeing The Market? The latest on-chain data shows that investors might be flooding out of the Bitcoin and Ethereum markets. According to Ali Martinez, over $2.6 billion has flowed out of the two largest cryptocurrencies in the last seven days. Related Reading: Cardano (ADA) Whales Securing Gains After 10% Upswing: What’s Next? This revelation is based on Glassnode’s aggregate market realized value net position change metric. And it somewhat supports the earlier notion that investors might be offloading their Ether tokens. Moreover, this outflow of capital could spell more trouble for the crypto market, specifically the Bitcoin and Ethereum prices. Featured image created with Dall-E, chart from TradingView
Ethereum is struggling to break through key resistance levels, even after the recent crypto market surge led by Bitcoin. While ETH’s price remains under pressure, there’s encouraging news for investors. Recent data from IntoTheBlock highlights Ethereum’s continued dominance in decentralized exchange (DEX) volume, reinforcing its position as a major player in the DeFi space. Related […]
The Ethereum network could generate $66 billion in free cash flow from transaction fees by 2030, VanEck estimates.
Much like Bitcoin (BTC), the price of Ethereum (ETH) has been trading significantly sideways lately. Due to this downtrend, a legendary crypto analyst has offered some insights into Ethereum’s price movements, predicting that in the next three months, the pioneer altcoin could see its price hit a bottom. Ethereum To Hit Price Bottom By December Benjamin Cowen, the founder of ITC Crypto and a prominent crypto analyst, has published a YouTube video discussing Ethereum’s price movements, highlighting a potential correlation between ETH’s price declines with the rising United States (US) unemployment rates. Related Reading: Ethereum Forms Falling Wedge Pattern That Could Send Price To $3,000 Historically, the rate of unemployment within the US tends to peak in the month of December, and Ethereum has experienced a price bottom during the same month in both 2016, and 2019. With the unemployment rate currently rising in the US, Cowen suggests that a continuation of this economic trend could lead to a peak in December 2024, potentially coinciding with a price bottom for Ethereum. For the past few months, the price of Ethereum has been on an unusual downward trend, crashing by over 20% earlier this year and dipping below $3,000. The cryptocurrency had mirrored Bitcoin’s price declines, bleeding red almost immediately after the broader market turned bearish. Despite the launch of Spot Ethereum Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), ETH has failed to gain enough momentum to propel its price to previous highs. Considering the cryptocurrency’s extensive decline trend, Cowen predicts that Ethereum could witness a 50% decline soon. Although the analyst did concede that the projected decline might not be as severe as a 50% drop, he remains convinced that some degree of decline, even if mild, is probable. As a result, Cowen has set a new target for Etheruem’s price by December, predicting that the pioneer cryptocurrency could see its price dropping to $1,200 from its current value. While drawing parallels between Etheruem’s price actions in 2019 and 2024, Cowen further suggested in an X (formerly Twitter) post that ETH might temporarily fall below its recently formed a wedge pattern before finding a price bottom. The analyst believes that after Ethereum hits its price bottom, the cryptocurrency could be on the road to a significant price recovery. As of writing, CoinMarketCap’s data reveals that Ethereum’s price is trading at $2,354, reflecting a slight uptick of 1.26% in the last 24 hours. Selling Pressures Increase For ETH Amidst price declines and broader market volatility, Ethereum has also been experiencing an increase in selling pressures. On September 10, Lookonchain reported that MetaAlpha, a hedging and trading service company, had executed another major transaction in a deposit of 10,000 ETH tokens valued at $23.45 million. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Predicts Dogecoin Will Rise 3,600% To $3.7, Here’s When Over the past four days, the company has moved a total of $33,589 ETH, worth about $77.55 million, to the Binance crypto exchange in the past four days. Meanwhile, the Ethereum Foundation, a non-profit organization supporting the Ethereum ecosystem recently sold another 100 ETH tokens, bringing its total ETH sales since January to 2,616 ETH. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Recent developments show that Ethereum has entered oversold territory. This is undoubtedly a bullish development for the second-largest crypto by market cap, as it looks set for a price rally that could send it as high as $6,000. ETH Ready For Liftoff Having Entered Oversold Territory Crypto analyst Titan of Crypto suggested in an X (formerly Twitter) post that Ethereum is ready for liftoff, having entered oversold territory. He noted that historically, ETH sees a rally or a short-term pump whenever the relative strength index (RSI) is in or near oversold territory on the 3-day chart. Related Reading: Shiba Inu Recovery To $0.000081 ATH Levels Still In Play While it remains to be seen whether it will be a rally or just a short-term pump, Titan of Crypto added that an upward movement looks to be around the corner for Ethereum either way. The accompanying chart the crypto analyst shared showed that ETH could reach $6,000 if it is a price rally, while the crypto will at least reach $3,000 if it is just a short-term pump. Crypto analyst Crypto Wolf also recently shared an Ethereum update and noted that sentiment is at rock bottom and herd interest in ETH is fading. He added that according to his updated chart, TH is likely approaching a bottom. In line with this, he called for patience as Ethereum will experience a bullish reversal once it finds a bottom. His accompanying chart showed that Ethereum could rise to $2,900 following a price recovery and will set its sights on $5,600 if it breaks the resistance at $3,900. Crypto analyst Poisedon also hinted at an imminent price recovery for ETH, asserting that manipulation is done and that it is time for expansion. Poseidon’s accompanying chart indicated that ETH must reclaim $2,600 if the market structure is to shift to the upside. Based on the crypto analyst’s analysis, this shift to the upside could send Ethereum as high as $3,200 in the short term. Spot Ethereum ETFs Have A Role To Play The Spot Ethereum ETFs undoubtedly play a role in any potential price recovery for ETH. According to data from SoSo Value, these funds have witnessed a cumulative total net outflow of $562.31 million since launching on July 23, thereby putting significant selling pressure on ETH’s price. Related Reading: Dogecoin Moving Averages Say Accumulation Has Ended, Here’s Where Price Is Headed Next These outflows have been largely due to selling pressure from Grasyacle’s Ethereum Trust (ETHE), similar to what happened with Grasyacle’s Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) after the Spot Bitcoin ETFs launched. Bitcoin dropped to as low as $38,00 back then before climbing to its current all-time high (ATH) of $73,000 after the selling pressure from Grayscale eased. Therefore, ETH could also enjoy a parabolic rally if the same situation occurs again, with selling pressure from Graysale’s ETHE easing and other Spot Ethereum ETFs witnessing impressive inflows. At the time of writing, Ethereum is trading at around $2,320, down over 3% in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Ethereum is trading near its yearly low of $2,400 after an 18% drop from local highs. ETH has notably underperformed compared to Bitcoin and other altcoins like Solana this cycle, leading to investor concerns. Related Reading: Ethereum (ETH) Struggles To Break Past $2,600: What’s Driving ETH Down? One of the key reasons for this underperformance is the lack of enthusiasm surrounding Ethereum ETFs. Metrics from these funds show low interest from traditional investors, adding to the bearish sentiment around ETH. As the crypto market is gripped by fear and uncertainty, Ethereum traders are searching for clues on whether a potential recovery is on the horizon. Top analysts and investors have started sharing their views on ETH’s next move, with many suggesting that a bounce could occur if certain technical levels hold. If this bounce materializes, it may relieve Ethereum, but until then, the market remains cautious. Ethereum Price Action Suggests A Bounce Ethereum is currently trading at a critical level that could propel the next big move if it holds support. Top analyst and investor Mags has shared an analysis on X, revealing that ETH has been consolidating within a massive triangle formation since 2021. According to Mags, Ethereum is now approaching the lower boundary of this formation, which is a crucial support level that could define its next significant move. Mags anticipates a potential double-bottom pattern forming near this upward-sloping trendline, indicating that a bullish reversal may be on the horizon. Related Reading: Is Chainlink (LINK) Sliding To $9? On-Chain Metrics Expose Weak Network Activity Recently, the price tested a key demand zone at $2,307, showing initial signs of recovery. This level is essential for Ethereum’s price action, as a hold above it could signal strength and create the foundation for a move higher. The analysis suggests that the next target for ETH could be new all-time highs if it breaks out of the triangle pattern, defying the bearish expectations of many traders still waiting for lower prices. This potential bullish scenario could unfold if Ethereum’s price holds the lower boundary of the triangle and gains upward momentum. A breakout would send ETH toward higher levels, outperforming current market sentiment and surprising investors. ETH Holding Above $2,300 Ethereum (ETH) currently trades at $2,396 following intense volatility and market uncertainty. The price is in a consolidation phase, which could still be susceptible to a surprising retrace if demand weakens further. Currently, ETH is trading below the 4-hour 200 moving average (MA) at $2,596, aligning with the crucial $2,600 level. This level is vital for ETH to retake if it aims to push higher in the short term. A sustained trading position below these levels signals weakness and the potential for further declines. For bulls, reclaiming the $2,600 mark is essential to shift the price structure and initiate a new uptrend. Success in pushing this level could set the stage for targeting the local high of $2,820. Related Reading: Ethereum’s Plunge Could Be Over: This Key Pattern Signals A Rally Back To $4,000 However, if ETH fails to close above $2,600, the next significant support is anticipated around $2,116. The price action in the coming days will be critical in determining ETH’s next move, with traders watching closely for signals of either a breakout or a deeper retrace. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) have started September in the red, having already suffered price declines since the beginning of the month. This bearish sentiment towards the foremost cryptocurrencies and, by extension, the broader crypto market is due to several macroeconomic factors. Market Still Feeling The Effects Of The Yen Carry Trade Recent developments suggest Bitcoin and Ethereum are still feeling the effects of the abandonment of the Yen carry trade. The Yen recently surged against the US dollar, suggesting that investors are still selling riskier assets like these cryptocurrencies to unwind their carry trade positions, which utilized the low-yielding Yen. Related Reading: Bitcoin Short-Term Holder Behavior Reminiscent Of 2019 As BTC Remains Below $60,000 In an X (formerly Twitter) post, hedge fund manager James Lavish also suggested that the effects of the Yen carry trade was still in play. He noted that the Nikkei 225 had dropped by 3.7% while the USD/Yen trading pair was heading lower. The Bank of Japan (BOJ) Kazuo Ueda also recently made a hawkish statement that they will continue to hike rates if the economy and prices continue to perform as expected. This has also sparked fear among traders and prompted them to close their carry trade positions, thereby putting more selling pressure on Bitcoin and Ethereum. Bitcoin and Ethereum suffered major losses during the August 5 market crash, which was caused by the BOJ’s decision to hike interest rates for the second time since 2007. Bitcoin, on its part, dropped below $50,000, while Ethereum dropped to as low as $2,200. As such, with the effects of the Yen carry trade still in play and the BOJ hinting at more rate hikes, Bitcoin and Ethereum risk suffering further price declines. US Stock Market Crash Contributes To Bitcoin And Ethereum’s Fall Furthermore, Bitcoin and Ethereum’s correlation with the US stock market has also contributed to their price crash since the beginning of September. Specifically, on September 3, over $1.05 million was wiped out from the stock market, which also sparked fear in the crypto market and led to a wave of sell-offs for Bitcoin and Ethereum. Related Reading: XRP Price To $8: Analyst Says Repeat Of 2017 Could Drive Rally This was evident in the outflows that both Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs witnessed on that day. Data from Farside investors showed that the Spot Bitcoin ETFs and Spot Ethereum ETFs witnessed total net outflows of $287.8 million and $47.4 million, respectively. With such a bearish outlook for Bitcoin and Ethereum, there is an urgent need for a spark that could provide bullish momentum for the crypto market. Crypto community members are hoping that the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates at the next FOMC meeting set to be held between September 17 and 18, as that will provide some relief to the market and help inject more liquidity into Bitcoin and Ethereum. At the time of writing, Bitcoin and Ethereum are trading at around $57,160 and $2,400, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
So far in 2024, the Ethereum price performance has fallen short of market expectations. Instead of rallying alongside Bitcoin to new all-time highs as expected, it stalled and failed to claim $4,000 even at the height of its rally. Now, with the third quarter in full gear, the Ethereum price may still be far from […]
The Ethereum price has been on a seesaw motion in the past few weeks, oscillating between the $2,500 and $2,750 zone. The altcoin struggled to make a mark in the past week, as its value fell to as low as $2,400 at some point. While the price performance of the Ether token has been uninspiring […]
Ethereum is struggling for momentum and remains under immense selling pressure. As of writing, the second most valuable coin is inside a narrow range, trending within the $2,100 on the lower end and $2,800 on the upper end. The local resistance level could mark the start of an impressive leg up, relieving the coin of the current sell grip from early August. Ethereum Whales Selling Although supporters are upbeat, expecting the coin to trend higher, breaking above local liquidation lines in a buy trend continuation formation, there are concerns. Looking at Ethereum price action, the coin could post even more losses. Related Reading: XRP Alert: Raoul Pal Advises Investors To Sell Now – Here’s Why One analyst, citing on-chain developments, notes that Ethereum whales, or addresses holding at least 10,000 ETH, have been actively selling over the past month. Overall, their decision to sell could suggest that these entities, who are often closely monitored, are not confident about what lies ahead. Therefore, others could follow suit by unloading their holdings, leading to a supply glut. Considering market forces, an uptick in supply could negatively impact prices, delaying the climb above the immediate roadblocks. Massive Outflows From Spot ETH ETFs Beyond this, analysts are also deflated by the current trends of spot Ethereum ETFs. In May, prices shot higher when the United SEC unexpectedly fast-tracked the approval of 19b-4 forms for applicants. The approval of the S-1 registration forms was also received positively, lifting prices above the $3,000 mark. However, days after the product began trading, there were more outflows, especially from Grayscale’s ETHE. Concurrently, demand has been lower than expected. Since its inception, over $247 million worth of ETH has been redeemed from ETHE. Subsequently, prices have been struggling and moving further away from March 2024 highs. Related Reading: Bitcoin Sees Surge in Demand: Are We At The Final Phase of Consolidation? According to Farside data, all spot Ethereum ETF issuers posted outflows of around $6.5 million on August 20. This is mostly thanks to the millions of dollars of redemption through ETHE. This has been a consistent trend since August 15. It suggests that though the smart contracts platform offers value, ETH’s immediate to medium-term outlook is bearish. Accordingly, investors are choosing to move their capital elsewhere. Feature image from DALLE, chart from TradingView
Ethereum and Solana registered net inflows last week despite a price correction among most cryptocurrencies. According to the most recent Digital Asset Fund Flows Weekly Report published by CoinShares, the cumulative inflows into these investment products reached an impressive $176 million over the week. This positive trend was consistent across all regions, with each registering […]
Ethereum has struggled greatly underneath the bearish pressure that has been mounted on the crypto market over the last few weeks. The ETH price suffered multiple crashes that sent it toward $2,000 once more, shattering the expectations for a new all-time high in the third quarter. However, this decline may only be short-lived as one crypto analyst has suggested that the Ethereum price could be getting ready for another rally that could push it toward its previous highs. Ethereum Looking Promising On 1-Week Chart Crypto analyst RLinda has posted a promising analysis on the Ethereum price on the TradingView website. This analysis focuses on the ETH price on the one-week chart, which has maintained bullishness despite the crash. This follows the continuous accumulation from the low $2,000s level as the price recovers. Related Reading: Bitcoin Exchange Outflows Soar To Yearly High – Could This Fuel A Return To $70,000? The crypto analyst highlights that Ethereum is seeing buyback from the market following the crash. This suggests bullishness among investors despite the price remaining low at this point. As for the chart, the analyst points out that “a very promising technical situation is forming on W1.” RLinda proposes that there could be a number of promising conditions forming if the ETH price were to return to its global sideways range. In this case, the crypto analyst believes that Ethereum could be seeing a good cause to jump toward the $4,000-$4,800 range. Amid all of this, the crypto analyst maintains that the background for Ethereum is still quite bullish. “The liquidation (strong downward movement) and the subsequent active buyback indicates that the market is free of unnecessary traders and the train can now move in the right direction, it remains to get to the key station before departure,” RLinda stated. Key Levels To Watch The Ethereum price being bullish is positive for the cryptocurrency. However, there are still various important levels to watch that serve as important levels for the cryptocurrency to achieve this goal. This includes both support and resistance levels along the way. Related Reading: Celsius Takes Legal Action Against Tether In $2.4 Bitcoin Collateral Controversy In this case, RLinda places significant attention not he $2,717-$2,817 resistance area. Mainly, these areas serve as the most important resistance levels in this drive upward. According to the analyst, beating this resistance and forming support will provide the ETH price a promising liquidity target above $4,000. A full rundown of the resistance levels is $2,717 and $2,817, while the major support levels from here include $2,518, $2,425, and $2,400. RLinda believes that the whales’ Ethereum buyback shows that major players are still bullish. “After Friday’s test and pullback, the price is back to the level, which increases the chances of a breakout,” the crypto analyst said in closing. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
A crypto analyst has reignited the debate between Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL), evaluating which cryptocurrency was more superior. Considering recent market trends and performances of both altcoins, the analyst has finally identified a clear winner in the competition. Solana Wins Battle Against Ethereum In a recent X (formerly Twitter) post, legendary crypto trader and analyst, Peter Brandt drew a comparison between Solana and Ethereum, spotlighting their fundamental characteristics, strengths and weaknesses. Based on his analysis, Brandt suggests that it was inevitable that one will be recognized as the clear winner or superior blockchain and cryptocurrency. Related Reading: Ethereum Vs. Solana: Legendary Trader Peter Brandt Reveals The ‘Clear Winner’ Sharing a price chart of Solana/Ethereum, the analyst offered a critical view of Ethereum, highlighting several vulnerabilities that are plaguing the blockchain. Despite being the second largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, Brandt has described ETH as a difficult network to use, likely attributing this to its slow transaction speeds. He stated that Ethereum was expensive, cumbersome, and flawed. Moreover, the analyst has cast doubts on Ethereum’s claim to decentralization, suggesting that the blockchain was not as decentralized as it presents itself to be. On the other hand, Brandt praised Solana for its numerous strengths and noteworthy characteristics. The analyst points out that Solana’s ability to offer high speed transactions at a fraction of the cost of Ethereum was impressive. Brandt also disclosed that Solana’s network was easier to use, making it more accessible to developers and users. Additionally, the analyst highlights that Solana maintains a strong technical base, possibly referring to the blockchain’s unique Proof Of History (PoH) consensus mechanism. From the analyst’s perspective, Solana’s strong fundamentals and superior functionalities gives it a significant edge over Ethereum. He concluded his analysis with a bold prediction, stating that Solana could gain 100% in value relative to Ethereum in the months ahead. This underscores the analyst’s belief that Solana could potentially outperform Ethereum in the market. While Brandt’s comparison of Ethereum and Solana may suggest a bias against Ethereum, the analyst has clarified that he actually does not dislike ETH. ETH Forms Death Cross While SOL Surges To $160 A crypto analyst identified as ‘KickEx’ revealed in an X post that Ethereum and Bitcoin are forming a death cross on their respective price charts. The analyst notes that ETH’s recent market crash has led to the formation of a worrisome technical pattern. Related Reading: CryptoQuant CEO Says Bitcoin Price Could Reach New ATH If It Holds This Level KickEx has disclosed that if the death cross pattern plays out, Ethereum may experience a massive price decline in the liquidity range of around $2,000 per coin. At the time of writing, the cryptocurrency is trading at $2,682, reflecting a 10.84% increase, according to CoinMarketCap. While Ethereum’s price faces a potentially bleak future outlook, Solana has been performing relatively well in the market. The cryptocurrency recently hit the $160 price level, marking a rise of over 10%. Although the cryptocurrency has since retreated to $157, Solana continues to show strong bullish signals amidst market downtrends. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
The NYSE American has asked the SEC for approval for it to list and trade options for three Ether ETFs from Bitwise and Grayscale.
Ether price is mirroring a fractal pattern from October 2023 that preceded a 178% ETH price rally.
Crypto analyst CrediBULL Crypto provided a market analysis on Pepe (PEPE), Ethereum (ETH), and XRP. Based on his analysis, PEPE could hit a new high soon enough, seeing how it has ranged since hitting a new all-time high (ATH) in May. A Price Rally For PEPE On The Horizon CrediBULL Crypto mentioned in an X […]
The Ether price has declined 10% since the approval of spot Ether ETFs, with open interest depreciating by over $250 million over the past 24 hours.
Two market experts recently revised their predictions for Ethereum, with one claiming that the second-largest crypto token could rise to as high as $100,000. Interestingly, these ultra-bullish predictions align with some predictions made by financial institutions. Ethereum To Rise To $50,000 Ethereum maximalist Adriano Feria predicted in an X (formerly Twitter) post that Ethereum could reach $50,000 in this market cycle. He made this bold prediction in response to Ethereum developer Eric Conner’s prediction that ETH will reach $35,000 this cycle. Conner had initially predicted that ETH would rise above $20,000 in this bull run but eventually revised his price target because of the “ETH hate” he was receiving following his prediction. Related Reading: This PEPE Holder Cohort Is The Reason Price Is Struggling To Reclaim $0.00002 Meanwhile, Feria followed Conner’s footsteps and upped his ETH price target, predicting the crypto token to reach $100,000. He explained that the hate ETH was getting made him realize that “99% of the people in the world are completely sidelined, and institutions have barely gotten their feet wet.” Feria added that those holding ETH are truly the “world’s elite” because ETH’s bull case should send the crypto token to $100,000. The analyst suggested that Ethereum has yet to enjoy mainstream adoption, and it could send its price to the $100,000 target when that happens. This includes the entry of institutional investors into the Ethereum ecosystem, which is already happening thanks to the Spot Ethereum ETFs. Feria is also confident in his prediction and remarked that he wasn’t joking. He noted that some financial institutions have come up with bull targets close to his price target of $100,000. One of the financial institutions that the analyst might have been referring to includes VanEck, which gave a bull case price target of $154,000 for ETH by 2030. Why ETH Rising To $50,000 Is Possible Crypto investor Jesse Eckel recently made a bullish case for Ethereum, explaining why Ethereum will not only reach but surpass the $50,000 price target. He alluded to VanEck’s prediction that Bitcoin can reach $52 million by 2050. He claimed that ETH is “objectively better money than BTC, ” meaning that the former could easily attain unprecedented heights since VanEck predicts that the flagship crypto will be worth millions of dollars. Related Reading: Hedge Fund Manager Says Bitcoin Price Will Reach $428,000 If This Happens Eckel further remarked that Ethereum is currently the “backbone” of onchain finance. He claimed that ETH would “continue to grow as a legitimate form of money” as everything becomes tokenized and trillions of dollars move onchain. The investors also noted how almost every layer-2 network launches under the Ethereum ecosystem. With such massive adoption on the horizon for ETH, Eckel predicts that Ethereum can even rise to as high as $23 million based on VanEck’s prediction for Bitcoin. At the time of writing, Ethereum is trading at around $3,170, down over 4%, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Post the Spot Ethereum ETFs launch, the ETH price has continued to struggle unexpectedly, proving that the launch of the Spot ETFs were a ‘sell the news’ event. So far, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap has lost around 10% of its value since the Spot Ethereum ETFs trading began on Tuesday, July 23, and could see further decline from here, according to an analysis from Matrixport. Spot Ethereum ETFs Triggers Selling Following the launch of the Spot Ethereum ETFs, there was a lot of excitement in the market, especially around the fact that investors could now gain exposure to ETH without having to directly buy the underlying token. However, this excitement has been short-lived as days after the launch, the ETH price continues to struggle. Related Reading: End Of The Road? Shiba Inu’s Shibarium Sees Massive 80.3% Crash In Active Accounts In a report released on Thursday, Markus Thielen, Head of Research at Matrixport, outlined a number of reasons why the ETH price was declining. As Thielen explains, while the inflows crossed $100 million on the first day, the Grayscale Ethereum fund had been suffering outflows. Just like with the Spot Bitcoin ETFs launch, the Grayscale ETH fund, which holds around $9 billion in ETH, began recording outflows. This is due to the fact that Grayscale’s management fees remain high with competitors offering fees as low as 0.19%. On the first day alone, $481 million flowed out of the fund, and $326 million followed the next day. In addition to this, the Mt. Gox distributions began around the time of the Spot Ethereum ETFs launch, so this even also put extra selling pressure on the crypto market. Just as the Bitcoin price did with the Spot Bitcoin ETFs, the ETH price has responded negatively to these outflows, leading to a price decline below $4,200. Will The ETH Price Recover From Here? Outflows from the Grayscale ETH fund since the launch of the Spot Ethereum ETFs have been one of the major factors driving the ETH price decline. However, it is not the only bearish development that has emerged for the cryptocurrency. Thielen points out that the ETH price may have reached the top, using the daily stochastics indicator as a guide. Now, when the value of this indicator is low, it often means a buying opportunity and the price is hitting a low. Meanwhile, the value being high suggests that the ETH price may have hit its top. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Says Bitcoin Is Headed For $260,000 But This Must Happen First According to the report, the ETH price had hit a score of 92% in the days leading up to the Spot Ethereum ETFs launch. Usually, a score above 90% is bearish for the price as it means the cryptocurrency is currently in overbought territory. Subsequently, the value of the stochastic indicator is expected to decline as investors offload their holdings. So far, there have been a 5% decline from 92% to 87%, suggesting that there is still a long way to go before the ETH price stops bleeding. “Considering the recent rally and the potential overhang from Mt. Gox, the US earnings season, and the weak seasonals for August and September, it might make sense to press the Ethereum short a bit longer,” Markus Thielen said in closing. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Ethereum whales have been busy in the market, as on-chain data shows that these investors have been heavily accumulating the second-largest crypto token by market cap. This comes amid a price decline in ETH’s price, with history suggesting that the crypto token might suffer more price declines in the short term. Whales Accumulate More ETH Data from the market intelligence platform IntoTheBlock shows that Ethereum Whales bought 297,670 ETH ($1 billion) on July 24. The previous day, these whales also bought almost 400,000 ETH. Further data shows an increase of over 28% in the inflows into these whales’ addresses in the last seven days. Related Reading: Machine Learning Algorithm Predicts Shiba Inu Price Will Rise 119% In 5 Days The decline in outflows from these addresses further highlights these investors’ bullish sentiment towards Ethereum despite its underperformance. Outflows from these accounts have declined by over 14% in the last seven days and down by over 16% in the last 30 days. The large holders’ netflow metric on IntoTheBlock also highlights this wave of accumulation among Ethereum whales, as net flows have increased by over 313%. This means that these investors are heavily accumulating rather than opting to sell their ETH holdings. On-chain analytics platform Santiment noted that this significant increase in ETH’s whale activity is due to the Spot Ethereum ETFs, which began trading on July 23. The platform made this observation while revealing that since July 17, the amount of ETH transfers has exceeded over $100,000 in value, which is over 64% higher than the number of BTC transfers and over 126% higher than the USDT transfers on the Ethereum network. The Spot Ethereum ETFs had undoubtedly presented a bullish outlook for Ethereum even before they launched, as crypto analysts like RLinda predicted that ETH could rise to $4,000 thanks to these funds. As such, it is no surprise that Ethereum whales continue to accumulate the crypto token in anticipation of higher prices from ETH. The Spot Ethereum ETFs Launch Might Be A Headwind At First The Spot Ethereum ETFs were projected to be the catalyst that would spark a massive rally in ETH’s price, and that is likely to happen at some point. However, history suggests these funds may act as a headwind for Ethereum at first, similar to the fate that Bitcoin suffered immediately after the Spot Bitcoin ETFs launched earlier this year. Related Reading: Analyst Says Solana Price Will Surge 1,000% To $1,800, Here’s When Bitcoin experienced significant price declines, largely thanks to the outflows from Grayscale’s Bitcoin Trust (GBTC). A similar situation is already playing out for ETH with Grayscale’s Ethereum Trust (ETHE). Interestingly, Grayscale’s ETHE experienced a net outflow of $484.1 million on day 1 of trading, much larger than the net outflows GBTC experienced on day 1, and GBTC is bigger. Considering this, Ethereum could face significant selling pressure from Grayscale’s ETHE. Data from Farside Investors shows that the Spot Ethereum ETF experienced a net outflow of $326.9 million on July 24 (day 2), likely just the start of the massive outflows that could eventually pour out from the fund. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
The much-anticipated launch of several Ethereum-based spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) failed to ignite a significant Ethereum (ETH) price rally. Despite considerable trading volumes and large inflows for the “newborn” ETFs on their first day, the Grayscale outflows have been too massive (once again) to propel the Ether price upwards. Ethereum ETFs Start Strong, But Grayscale … Eric Balchunas, a senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg, shared via X (formerly Twitter), “DAY ONE in the books for Eth ETFs who did $1b in total volume, which is 23% of what the spot bitcoin ETFs did on their first day and ETHA did 25% of IBIT’s volume.” He also noted that “The gap between ETHE and The Newborn Eight is a healthy +$625m.” However, despite these healthy volumes, the price of Ethereum only increased marginally by 1% yesterday. At press time, ETH stood at $3,437, down 0.4% over the past 24 hours. In contrast, Bitcoin (BTC) price declined by 1.6%, and other altcoins also faced downward pressure, dropping between 4% and 10%. Related Reading: Ethereum Price Stays Flat Despite Today’s ETF Debut: QCP Explains Why James Seyffart, another Bloomberg ETF expert, commented the first day of inflows, “First full day of flows for the ETHness stakes are in. The Ethereum ETFs took in $107 million. BlackRock’s ETHA led the way with $266.5 million followed by Bitwise’s ETHW with $204 million. Very solid first day.” Despite these positive inflows, the day was not without its challenges. The Grayscale Ethereum Trust (ETHE), which transitioned from a traditional trust to a spot ETF, saw substantial outflows amounting to $484.9 million, representing about 5% of the fund’s value. Eric Balchunas commented on this movement, “Damn. That’s a lot. Like 5% of the fund. Not sure The Eight newbies can offset w inflows at this magnitude. On flip side maybe its for best to just get it over with fast, like ripping a band aid off.” The introduction of these ETFs is part of a broader trend following the launch of similar Bitcoin ETFs in January, which also experienced a mix of inflows and significant outflows from the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC). The Ethereum Mini Trust, another Grayscale product, however, reported $15.2 million in new inflows. Related Reading: Ethereum Retraces: Here’s Why ETH Bulls Must Decisively Break Above $3,500 Other notable Ethereum ETFs like Franklin Templeton’s (EZET) and 21Shares’ Core Ethereum ETF (CETH) saw inflows of $13.2 million and $7.4 million, respectively, indicating varying levels of investor interest across different funds. Overall, the first day of trading for these Ethereum ETFs brought in significant volumes and a complex flow of funds but did not translate into a significant price rally for Ethereum. As with Bitcoin, the Grayscale outflows for Ethereum seem to need to be cleared out of the way before the ETFs could have a significant impact on the price. At press time, ETH traded at $3,442. Featured image created with DALL·E, chart from TradingView.com
BTC price "profit taking" has resulted from large ETF inflow days in the past, while both Bitcoin and Ether shrug off the latter's ETF launch day.
With the Spot Ethereum ETFs expected to begin trading on Tuesday, July 23, expectations for the ETH price have shot up drastically. Numerous analysts and market experts have come forward to predict that it would be a great development for the ETH price, pushing it to new all-time highs. However, one analyst has warned investors […]
The US spot Ethereum ETFs are set to launch on Tuesday, July 23rd, with projections indicating potential monthly inflows of $1.2 billion. This forecast comes from ASXN, a research firm specializing in crypto finance analytics. US Spot Ethereum ETFs Could Surprise To The Upside At the core of ASXN’s analysis is the comparison between the newly introduced Ethereum ETFs and the previously launched Bitcoin ETFs. One of the critical differentiators highlighted in the report is the fee structure. The Ethereum ETFs, while mirroring the fee approach of Bitcoin ETFs, introduce a notably competitive twist with Grayscale’s new ‘mini trust’ Ethereum product. Initially disclosed at a 0.25% management fee, the fee was quickly adjusted to 0.15% after competitive pressures from other low-fee products like Blackrock’s ETHA ETF. Grayscale has strategically re-positioned 10% of its Ethereum Trust (ETHE) Assets Under Management (AUM) to this mini trust, offering ETHE holders an exchange to the new ETF at no tax liability—a move aimed at retaining capital within its ecosystem and providing a more attractive fee structure to fee-sensitive investors. “Grayscale’s strategic adjustment of its fee structure and the innovative mini trust offering are likely to redefine the competitive landscape of Ethereum ETFs,” an ASXN analyst commented in the report. “This could not only stem potential outflows but also attract a broader base of institutional investors due to the more favorable fee dynamics.” Related Reading: Here’s What To Know On Grayscale Bitcoin & Ethereum ETF Spinoffs – Details ASXN’s report also covers the potential market impact of the inflow of funds into Ethereum ETFs. Utilizing global data from existing crypto Exchange Traded Products (ETPs), the research draws parallels and contrasts between the Ethereum and Bitcoin markets. Historically, ETPs have been overweight in Bitcoin relative to Ethereum based on AUM ratios compared to market cap ratios. This has shifted slightly with Ethereum gaining more traction and investment confidence. Referring to other research reports on potential ETF inflows, the report notes: “There have been many estimates for the ETF flows, some of which we have highlighted below. Taking the estimates and standardizing them yields an average estimate in the $1bn/month region. Standard Chartered Bank offers the highest estimate with $2bn/month, while JP Morgan is on the low end at $500m/month.” ASXN’s estimate lies at $800 to $1.2 billion per month. “This was calculated by taking a market cap weighted average of monthly Bitcoin inflows and scaling this by the market cap of ETH,” the firm notes. Furthermore, they backed their estimates with the global crypto ETP data and “are open to an upside surprise given the unique dynamics of ETHE trading at par prior to the launch and the introduction of the mini trust.” The Reflexivity Of ETH In terms of liquidity, the report suggests that Ethereum’s market dynamics are distinct from those of Bitcoin. Although Ethereum’s overall liquidity is slightly lower, the impact of new ETF inflows could be more pronounced due to Ethereum’s lower ‘float’—the amount of an asset readily available for trading. “Ethereum’s liquidity profile, compounded by its smaller float relative to Bitcoin, implies that inflows into the ETF could have a disproportionately positive effect on its price,” states the report. Related Reading: CBOE Global Markets Lists Spot Ethereum ETFs, Confirms Launch Date Moreover, ASXN’s analysis is devoted to the reflexivity inherent in Ethereum’s market. According to the report, inflows into Ethereum ETFs could lead to higher Ethereum prices, which in turn could increase activity and investments in the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector and other Ethereum-based applications. This feedback loop is supported by Ethereum’s tokenomics, specifically the EIP-1559 mechanism which burns a portion of transaction fees, effectively reducing the total supply of Ethereum over time. “The reflexivity of Ethereum’s market extends beyond simple supply and demand dynamics due to its integral role in DeFi and other blockchain-based applications,” ASXN explains and adds, “as the price of Ethereum increases, it could significantly enhance the underlying fundamentals of the DeFi platforms, driving further investments and creating a self-reinforcing cycle of value appreciation.” The report concludes with strategic insights for traditional finance (TradFi) institutions considering Ethereum investments. It argues that the narrative around Ethereum as a multi-faceted platform for decentralized applications provides a compelling value proposition beyond the “digital gold” narrative typically associated with Bitcoin. ASXN also speculates on the future potential for a staked ETH ETF, which could attract TradFi players with its yield-generating capabilities. “The possibility of a staked ETH ETF could become a game-changer, offering traditional finance a way to engage with crypto assets that not only appreciate in value but also generate yield,” the report suggests. At press time, ETH traded at $3,494. Featured image created with DALL·E, chart from TradingView.com
Crypto analyst Crypto Kaleo has explained why he believes Bitcoin will continue outperforming Ethereum in the short term. He made this assertion based on his belief that the Spot Ethereum ETFs will not instantly have the impact that many expect it to have on ETH’s price. Bitcoin Will Continue To Outperform Ethereum For Now Crypto […]
The Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) has confirmed the launch date for Spot Ethereum ETFs, revealing when five Spot ETH ETFs will commence trading in the crypto market. CBOE Finalizes Launch Date For Spot Ethereum ETFs On July 19, the CBOE released a new issue notification on its official website concerning the launch of Spot Ethereum ETFs trading. According to the notification, five Spot ETH ETFs will begin trading on the Chicago Board Options Exchange on July 23, 2024, pending regulatory effectiveness. Previously, analysts, including Bloomberg Senior ETF analyst, Eric Balchunas, had predicted that Spot ETH ETFs could start trading on July 2. However, Balchunas has since revised his forecast, suggesting in another X (formerly Twitter) post that ETH ETFs would likely launch on July 18. Related Reading: Crypto Market Rebounds From Lows, But Why Are Cardano Holders Suffering Losses? Amid the fluctuating timelines for Spot Ethereum’s debut, the CBOE’s confirmation carries significant weight, aligning with the summer launch date projected by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The adjustment to a July 23 launch date is partly due to delays from several Spot Ethereum ETF issuers, who have needed to amend and resubmit their S-1 registration forms to the SEC for review and approval. The five Spot ETH ETFs set to begin trading on July 23 include Fidelity Ethereum ETF Fund (FETH), Ark 21Shares Core Ethereum ETF (CETH), Franklin Ethereum ETF (EZET), VanEck Ethereum ETF (ETHV), and Invesco Galaxy Ethereum ETF (QETH). The launch of these Spot Ethereum ETFs represents a significant milestone in the crypto market, providing investors the opportunity to gain exposure to ETH without the significant risks of volatility often associated with cryptocurrencies. Furthermore, the introduction of Spot Ethereum ETFs is set to bring greater diversification in the crypto market, offering investors a new trading option beyond Spot Bitcoin ETFs. While CBOE’s confirmation of Spot Ethereum ETFs launch is a promising development for the crypto market, the real focus will be on the performance and demand of these ETFs, as their success could set a precedent for more crypto ETF filings in the future. Will ETH ETFs Match Bitcoin ETFs Demand Post Launch? The performance of Ethereum Spot ETFs has been a hot topic in the crypto space, as analysts constantly analyze whether the demand for ETH ETFs could potentially match or even surpass that of Spot Bitcoin ETFs. Related Reading: Can Burns Send The Shiba Inu And LUNC Price To $0.01? Expert Chimes In Matt Hougan, the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) of Bitwise, predicts that Ethereum Spot ETFs will be a resounding success, gathering about $15 billion in new assets within the first 18 months in the market. The Bitwise CIO also stated that the demand for ETH ETFs will surge significantly, potentially propelling the price of ETH to a $5,000 all time high. In contrast, Samson Mow, the CEO of JAN3, a Bitcoin technology company, believes that Spot Ethereum ETFs will not be as bullish as Spot Bitcoin ETFs. He further added that Ether ETFs will massively underperform Bitcoin ETFs in the market. While there are differing opinions regarding the success of Spot Ethereum ETFs, it remains uncertain just how well these investment products will perform following its launch. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com