Ethereum (ETH), the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has been a rollercoaster ride for investors lately. After dipping below $2,820, it surged to over $3,200, only to retrace some of those gains. However, analysts remain optimistic, citing technical indicators and a key regulatory decision on the horizon as potential catalysts for a near-term price increase.
Ethereum Price Poised For A Breakout?
Technical analysts are pointing to bullish signals suggesting a potential bounce back for Ethereum. Analyst Titan Of Crypto believes a successful “Bullish Cypher Pattern” has played out, with all projected targets met. Currently, Ethereum sits at a pivotal support level, the 38.2% Fibonacci retracement, often seen as a springboard for upward momentum in bull markets.
#Altcoins #Ethereum Bounce incoming.
The Bullish Cypher Pattern played out perfectly and all the targets got reached .#ETH is currently at the 38.2% Fibonacci retrace level also called “1st stop”. In a bull market this level holds.
I expect a bounce from this level. pic.twitter.com/o9e6VLEREz
— Titan of Crypto (@Washigorira) May 12, 2024
This level has historically acted as a crucial support zone, says Titan. An optimistic outlook anticipates a price rebound from here.
Adding to the bullish sentiment, analyst JACKIS emphasizes the significance of Ethereum’s recent surge above $4,000 in March. This, according to JACKIS, represents a significant shift in the market structure towards a long-term uptrend.
THE GIGANTIC CRASH for #ETH isn’t coming
Here is a reality check:
We are in a big HTF range for #Ethereum and with the push to 4K in March we have broken market structure to the upside
Also, the local Weekly MS leading into it remains bullish, marked on the chart with HL… pic.twitter.com/QisXiDUXxr
— JACKIS (@i_am_jackis) May 13, 2024
The SEC Decision: A Potential Game Changer
The price of Ethereum could receive a significant boost from an upcoming decision by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). By May 25th, the SEC is expected to rule on three applications for Ethereum-based Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs).
A green light from the SEC for these ETFs would open the door for institutional investment into Ethereum, potentially leading to a surge in demand and price. Conversely, a rejection could dampen investor sentiment and trigger a pullback.
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Local Market Structure Hints At Underlying Bullishness
A closer look at Ethereum’s weekly chart reveals a bullish undercurrent despite the recent price dip. The presence of higher lows and higher Highs throughout the past few weeks indicates a healthy uptrend, with the current pullback seen as a natural consolidation phase.
Featured image from defense.gov, chart from TradingView
