Ethereum’s price breakout has reignited bullish momentum, with forecasts suggesting ETH could hit $16,000 by mid-2025.
Analysts cite strong technical signals, historical patterns, and growing institutional interest as key drivers of this ambitious target.
Ethereum (ETH) surged beyond the critical $4,000 resistance this week, cementing its upward momentum and fueling optimism across the market.
The cryptocurrency has risen 28% since November 18, reaching a peak of $4,098 before briefly retracing to $3,615. Its swift recovery above $4,000 has positioned Ethereum for potential long-term growth.
According to CoinMarketCap, Ethereum’s market cap now stands at over $500 billion, with technical indicators showing a robust trend.
The 4-hour chart reflects a series of higher highs and higher lows, while the Relative Strength Index (RSI) remains below overbought levels, suggesting room for further upside.
Several analysts have weighed in on Ethereum’s outlook. Crypto analyst VentureFounder predicts ETH could reach $15,937 by May 2025.
This forecast is based on Ethereum’s consolidation within a three-year ascending triangle pattern, which the analyst believes signals an impending “impulsive breakout.” If realized, Ethereum’s market cap would surpass $1 trillion, marking a historic milestone.
Independent trader Honey also highlighted Ethereum’s “golden cross” on the 1-day chart, a bullish indicator associated with accelerated price action.
Honey described the current market conditions as the early stages of a “giga pump” that could lead to new all-time highs.
Adding to the optimism, The Trading Parrot, speaking on The Paul Barron Network, noted that Ethereum’s current breakout feels distinct from previous attempts at $4,000.
The analyst emphasized that this is the third time Ethereum has tested the level and expects it to hold above $4,000 this time.
Based on Fibonacci retracement levels, The Trading Parrot has set a mid-term target range of $6,800 to $8,500, particularly as the market recovers from the 2022 bear cycle.
Ethereum’s resurgence is supported by growing institutional interest. Spot ETH ETFs have recorded over $1.3 billion in inflows since mid-November, with $428.5 million entering on December 5 alone.
BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust leads the charge, accounting for $500 million of this week’s inflows and a cumulative $2.6 billion since launch.
Meanwhile, Ethereum’s decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem continues to expand.
Data from DefiLlama shows total value locked (TVL) on Ethereum’s network reaching a yearly high of $77 billion on December 5, signaling increased adoption and utility for the blockchain.
For Ethereum to maintain its upward trajectory, analysts stress the importance of holding $3,800 as a support level.
With historical patterns aligning, robust technical signals, and strong institutional backing, Ethereum appears poised for significant gains.
Whether ETH reaches $16,000 by 2025 or hits mid-term targets of $6,800 to $8,500, the cryptocurrency’s path is shaping up as one of the most exciting narratives in the market today.
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