ETH Investors Secure Nearly $1B in Profits – How Low Will Ethereum Price Crash?

Ethereum (ETH) price analysis shows whale are selling amid technical divergences signals. Will this $1B profit-taking crash ETH?
By Akash Girimath
Updated July 11, 2025
ETH Investors Secure Nearly $1B in Profits – How Low Will Ethereum Price Crash?

Highlights

  • $1B in ETH profits taken this week, biggest since April crash, hinting at Ethereum price collapse.
  • Whale transactions spike mirrors March collapse pattern, amplying risk of drop.
  • Critical support zones extend from $2,069 to $1,872, a breakdown of which could lead to 35% drop.
  • Next 48 hours are pivotal for Ethereum price due to weekend liquidity crunch.
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Whale selling and bearish technicals suggest ETH could plummet to $1,752—here’s when the drop may accelerate.

Ethereum (ETH) price faces immense selling pressure after the $2,700 local top as blockchain data reveals investors cashed out nearly $1 billion in profits this week.  Today ETH trades at $2,500, but whale transaction count spike shows that large investors are distributing their holdings. Technicals solidify this potential crash by flashing a bearish divergence sell signal.

According to Santiment’s Network Realized Profit/Loss (NPL) metric, shows $835 million worth of ETH tokens were moved on May 15. This indicator tracks daily coin movements, this represents the most significant profit realization since Ethereum price plummeted to $1,385 in April.

Ethereum’s NPL Metric Shows Investors Cashed Out $900M in Profits
ETH Network Realized Profit/Loss

The selling aligns with a spike in whale transactions exceeding $1 million. Historical patterns show similar activity preceded April’s 35% crash, suggesting large holders who bought the dip are now exiting positions. This type of  “buy low, sell high” behavior typically marks local tops.

ETH Investors Secure Nearly $1B in Profits – How Low Will Ethereum Price Crash?
Whale Transaction Count Spikes, Signaling Ethereum’s Local Top
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Technical Warning Signs Flash Red

Two technical red flags suggest downside momentum is building:

  • Bearish RSI Divergence: While Ethereum price set up higher highs at roughly $2,600 and $2,700, the Relative Strength Index recorded lower highs at 75 and  68. This non-conformity is termed bearish divergence, which is a classic reversal signal.
  • Supply Zone Retest: The $2,700 to $2,900 area represents where institutional sell orders clustered in February before ETH’s 35% March collapse. This week’s rejection at $2,738 indicates history may rhyme.
Ethereum price showing bearish divergence at $2,700 resistance
Ethereum Daily Price Action
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Ethereum Price Prediction: Critical Levels to Monitor

ETH trades today at $2,500 and is vulnerable to a crash over the weekend when liquidity levels are typically low.

  • If historical patterns hold, Ethereum could face the immediate support zone, extending from $2,069 to $1,872, which is March’s demand zone.
  • A worst-case scenario could see Ethereum price revisit May low at $1,752, representing a 35% downside possibility.

Market participants should note that in March, ETH fell 35% in two weeks after breaking a similar technical structure. The $2,069 to $1,872 bullish breaker zone — where former resistance became support, and this zone held firm during April’s crash, showing why it is crucial.

Conclusion: Navigating ETH’s Make-or-Break Moment

With multiple indicators flashing warnings, Ethereum price forecast hints it is vulnerable to correction. While the uptrend remains intact, traders should prepare for potential tests of $2,069 support before new buying opportunities emerge.

Ethereum’s price action at $2,700 will prove pivotal. The current structure suggests that sellers control the short-term narrative, with technicals pointing to a 20-35% downside risk if key levels fail.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Why is Ethereum's price facing selling pressure?

Investors cashed out nearly $1 billion in profits, and whale transaction count spike shows large investors distributing their holdings.

2. What technical indicators suggest a potential crash?

Bearish RSI divergence and retest of the $2,700-$2,900 supply zone, indicate downside momentum.

3. What are the key support levels for Ethereum?

March's demand zone, extending from $2,069 to $1,872 and May swing low at $1,752.
Akash Girimath
Senior Cryptocurrency Analyst & Market Strategist Engineer-turned-analyst Akash Girimath delivers data-driven insights on cryptocurrency markets, DeFi, and blockchain technology for platforms like AMBCrypto and FXStreet. Specializing in technical analysis, on-chain analytics, and risk management, he empowers institutional investors and retail traders to navigate market volatility and regulatory shifts. A hands-on strategist, Akash merges active crypto portfolio management with research on Web3, NFTs, and tokenomics. At AMBCrypto, he led cross-functional teams to redesign content frameworks, achieving record-breaking traffic growth through scalable editorial strategies. His analyses dissect market sentiment, investment strategies, and price predictions, blending macroeconomic trends with real-world trading expertise. Known for mentoring analysts and optimizing workflows for high-impact reporting, Akash’s work is cited across global crypto publications, reaching 500k+ monthly readers. Follow his insights on YouTube, X, and LinkedIn for cutting-edge perspectives on decentralized ecosystems and crypto innovation.
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