Ethereum faces resistance at the $2,500 level after a brief rally above $2,800 last week, currently trading at $2,511.
Analysts point to the 50-week exponential moving average (EMA) as a key resistance level, historically leading to significant price gains upon breakout.
Breakouts above the 50-week EMA in previous cycles have resulted in price increases ranging from 25% to 135%, potentially targeting $4,000 for Ethereum.
Ethereum's staking metrics show steady growth, with over 500,000 ETH staked in June, totaling over 35 million ETH, indicating investor conviction.
Staking involves locking ETH to secure the network, reducing circulating supply on exchanges and encouraging long-term holding behavior.
Accumulation wallets holding ETH with no selling history have reached an all-time high, holding 22.8 million ETH, further signaling long-term investment strategies.
On-chain developments align with increased interest in Ethereum financial products, driven by institutional and retail engagement, as well as the approval of spot ETH ETFs by the SEC.
SharpLink Gaming, a Nasdaq-listed company, revealed a $425M Ethereum reserve strategy in partnership with ConsenSys, showcasing continued interest in Ethereum-based initiatives.