Key Points
- Ethereum’s orderbook imbalance stands at 70%, potentially signaling a price increase.
- Despite concerns in the ETF sector, Ethereum remains dominant in the DeFi sector.
Ethereum’s [ETH] price movements have been under scrutiny due to its inability to reach a new all-time high (ATH) in 2024, even as Bitcoin achieved its own ATH in March.
This led to speculation that Ethereum’s momentum might be dwindling. However, recent developments in the ETH/USDT pair are offering a glimmer of hope for Ethereum enthusiasts.
Orderbook Imbalance and Ascending Triangle
Data from Hyblock Capital showed a significant 70% orderbook imbalance for Ethereum at a 1-2% depth. In the past, when Ethereum experienced a similar 70% bid imbalance, the price bottomed out and started to climb.
This current bid imbalance suggests that Ethereum could witness a similar upward price trend.
At the time of writing, Ethereum was forming an ascending triangle on the weekly timeframe, with its price respecting the 200-moving average. This consolidation pattern supports a bullish case for Ethereum, as ascending triangles usually lead to price breakouts.
The 70% bid imbalance further strengthens the possibility of an upward price movement.
RSI Heatmap and Booming ETH-based Protocols
The weekly Relative Strength Index (RSI) heatmap indicated that many cryptocurrencies were in the weak or neutral zone, with an average RSI of 40.22%. This suggests that the market is transitioning from an oversold condition.
As the RSI approaches more neutral levels, it could indicate a potential upward movement for Ethereum, particularly with the 70% bid imbalance suggesting a possible bottom.
Ethereum’s co-founder, Vitalik Buterin, recently announced his intention to donate his Layer 2 (L2) and project tokens to support public goods within the Ethereum ecosystem and charitable causes. This move could potentially strengthen Ethereum’s long-term outlook.
Despite speculation about Solana’s potential rise in the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector, Ethereum remains dominant. Aave, one of the largest DeFi platforms, operates on Ethereum, along with other key protocols like Pendle and Lido. These platforms are likely to drive further adoption of Ethereum and support its price moving higher.
Ethereum ETF Cumulative Flows
However, there is a concern as the cumulative flows for Ethereum-based ETFs have hit an all-time low, with a current reading of $562.3 million. While the existence of an ETF is positive for Ethereum, the lack of demand is a risk.
If demand does not increase, some ETF issuers may be forced to close their products. Despite this, the ongoing developments in the Ethereum ecosystem could potentially lead to a price turnaround.
