Ethereum (ETH) Approaching Key Resistance – Can It Break Out to Lift Off Altcoins?

Date: Thu, May 22, 2025 | 06:10 AM GMT

The cryptocurrency market has staged a strong recovery in recent weeks, bouncing back from a bearish first quarter where Bitcoin (BTC) had dropped by 11%. In Q2, the momentum shifted dramatically. Bitcoin surged over 35%, smashing through its previous all-time high to reach $111,861—a new major milestone that has reignited bullish sentiment across the board today.

But for altcoin holders, the real gains may still be ahead.

While Bitcoin dominates headlines, Ethereum (ETH) is quietly building momentum of its own. Currently trading near $2,600, ETH is still down about 47% from its all-time high, but that may soon change.

Source: Coinmarketcap

Ethereum Approaches a Critical Level

According to technical analysis by popular crypto analyst Crypto Faibik , Ethereum is now testing a key resistance level that could be a launchpad for a broader altcoin rally.

Ethereum (ETH) Daily Chart/Coinsprobe (Source: Tradingview)

The chart shows ETH steadily climbing out of a falling wedge pattern—often considered a bullish reversal setup. After a strong breakout from that wedge, ETH is now hovering just below the 200-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) on the daily timeframe, currently near $2,700. This level has historically acted as a significant barrier during both uptrends and downtrends.

Faibik suggests that a clean breakout above this 200 SMA could “open the gates” for Ethereum to rally toward the $3,500–$3,600 zone. A move of that magnitude would mark nearly a 35% gain from current levels and could serve as a catalyst to spark wider gains across the altcoin market.

Altcoin Season on Standby

Despite Bitcoin’s recent run, many altcoins have lagged behind. Historically, a strong Ethereum breakout often precedes or coincides with the beginning of “altcoin season”—a period when smaller-cap cryptocurrencies begin to outperform BTC. If ETH manages to reclaim the $2,700 resistance and hold above it, we could soon see traders rotating capital into other tokens.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and not financial advice. Always conduct your own research before investing in cryptocurrencies.