Ethereum has faced difficulties recently, but market analysts are optimistic about its potential return to favor. Matthew Sigel from VanEck believes Ethereum is currently oversold and a revival in speculative interest could herald its comeback. As Ethereum competes with Bitcoin and Solana, Sigel sees potential for the altcoin to regain traction.
Although Ethereum's economic model, particularly with EIP-4844, presents certain challenges, Sigel remains hopeful. He suggests that the market will eventually revert to speculation, which could lift Ethereum's value. Analysts predict Ethereum to trade between $2,199 and $3,019 in 2024, with a possible climb above $5,000 by 2025.
Spot Ethereum ETFs, accepted earlier this year, have created a regulated avenue for both retail and institutional investors, possibly resulting in significant financial inflows. This could be a crucial factor in price support and market interest.
Technically, Ethereum needs to break the $3,000 mark to maintain a bullish trend, with high forecasts reaching up to $12,000 by 2030. However, the growing use of Layer-2 networks and their impact on Ethereum's fees and deflationary perception pose concerns for investors.
Despite these challenges, market sentiment remains optimistic, with experts suggesting increasing speculative interest and favorable market conditions could drive a resurgence, potentially starting in 2024 and beyond.
