Ethereum Price Analysis: ETH/USD Consolidating As Bitcoin Above $240, Where To Next?

John Isige
June 9, 2020 Updated July 22, 2022
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  • Ethereum consolidates above $240; indicators such as the RSI and MACD confirm the sideways price action.
  • ETH/USD has sustained gains within an ascending channel since the breakdown to $90 in March.

The largest altcoin is following closely in the footsteps of the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, Bitcoin. Both of the major coins are in consolidation; Ethereum above $240 and Bitcoin above $9,600. Over the last two weeks, Ether bulls have focused on pushing gains above $250. However, last week’s momentum hit a wall at $255; a move that ended up in a slide into the $240’s range.

Interestingly, ETH/USD has contained the losses above $240. Bearish calls among some analysts have been given a blind eye. For now, consolidation is set to continue ahead of another breakout above $250. Ethereum has a prevailing market value of $243. The immediate upside is limited at $245 while the downside embraces support at $242.

Moreover, Ethereum is trading within the confines of an ascending channel. The channel support has been very instrumental in the recovery from March lows at $90; helping to keep the buyers on course. A break above the resistance of the channel would open the door for gains not only above $280 but also $300.

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ETH/USD daily chart

ETH/USD price chart
ETH/USD price chart by Tradingview

An overview of the technical aspect of the market shows that Ethereum’s sideways trading could last longer. The RSI clearly shows that buying pressure and the selling pressure are in equal measure. Therefore, it is vital for traders to look out for inflection points for instance, a break above $245 and a slide below $240. The Elliot Wave Oscillator highlights the sustained bullish nature of the trend. In other words, Ethereum is inclined towards making a run upwards as opposed to downwards. The same is supported by trading above the moving averages.

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Ethereum Key Intraday Levels

Spot rate: $243.22

Relative change: -3.25

Percentage change: 1.29%

Trend: Trend

Volatility: Low

 

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John is a seasoned crypto expert, renowned for his in-depth analysis and accurate price predictions in the digital asset market. As the Price Prediction Editor for Market Content at CoinGape Media, he is dedicated to delivering valuable insights on price trends and market forecasts. With his extensive experience in the crypto sphere, John has honed his skills in understanding on-chain data analytics, Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), Decentralized Finance (DeFi), Centralized Finance (CeFi), and the dynamic metaverse landscape. Through his steadfast reporting, John keeps his audience informed and equipped to navigate the ever-changing crypto market.
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