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Ethereum Whale Activity Spikes To 6-Week High – Smart Money Accumulation?

Ethereum has experienced a sharp retrace, dropping over 13% since Monday and stirring concerns among investors who had anticipated a breakout. This sudden pullback, which took ETH as low as $2,380 on Friday, has injected a sense of worry into the market, leaving many to question the strength of its recent rally. However, on-chain data from Santiment reveals an intriguing development—whale activity in Ethereum surged to a six-week high just as the price dipped.

This spike in large transactions suggests potential accumulation by whales, a pattern often viewed as a bullish signal when occurring near key support levels. Historically, significant whale buying during downturns hints at confidence in a future recovery, as these large holders tend to seek undervalued assets with high potential.

The next few days will be critical for Ethereum as investors await signs of stabilization or further decline. A solid hold above recent lows could set the stage for a rebound, while a failure to maintain support may reinforce bearish sentiment. For now, all eyes remain on Ethereum’s price movements, as well as on whale behavior, which could provide insights into Ethereum’s direction in the near term.

Ethereum Preparing For A Rally?

Despite Ethereum’s recent price retracement, sentiment among investors and analysts remains bullish for the near future. According to key data from crypto analysis platform Santiment, Ethereum’s whale activity reached a six-week high as the price declined to $2,380 on Friday. 

Ethereum whale activity spiked to a 6-week high
Ethereum whale activity spiked to a 6-week high | Source: Santiment on X

Historically, such a spike in activity from whales—large stakeholders with substantial capital—signals accumulation. When whales begin to accumulate, it’s often an indicator of renewed confidence, suggesting these key players see long-term value at current prices.

While an immediate price rebound isn’t guaranteed, this pattern is encouraging. Major accumulation phases typically happen in periods of price weakness or extended consolidation, laying the foundation for potential upward movement. 

Ethereum’s price action has been lackluster in recent months, with ETH struggling to break out despite occasional bullish sentiment. Some analysts suggest this may be due to heavy accumulation dynamics led by institutional or “smart money” investors who gradually increase their holdings during periods of low momentum.

As whales increase their activity, it’s a potential sign that Ethereum is gearing up for a stronger move once accumulation is completed. With support from high-cap stakeholders, Ethereum’s price may eventually reflect this renewed confidence. 

For now, investors are closely watching for consolidation near key support levels, which could provide the basis for a breakout. If whale accumulation continues in the coming weeks, it could drive upward momentum, validating the long-term bullish outlook shared by many analysts and investors.

ETH Price Action

Ethereum is currently trading at $2,466 after a pullback from the $2,550 level, indicating a struggle to maintain bullish momentum. This retracement has brought ETH closer to its recent local lows but still within a sideways pattern, preserving a slightly bullish outlook as it hovers above key support areas.

ETH 13% retrace from local highs
ETH 13% retrace from local highs | Source: ETHUSDT chart on TradingView

For Ethereum bulls to regain control, a push above $2,550 is critical. Breaking this level would signal renewed strength and allow ETH to target the 200-day exponential moving average (EMA) at $2,783. Achieving this would mark a new local high, potentially reinforcing bullish sentiment among investors.

However, if Ethereum’s price fails to rise in the coming days, the likelihood of prolonged consolidation or even a deeper correction increases. Such a scenario would likely introduce additional bearish pressure, with ETH potentially revisiting previous support levels as traders reassess the market’s direction. 

For now, Ethereum’s price action is delicately balanced, with the $2,550 level and the 200-day EMA representing crucial milestones for bulls aiming to sustain an uptrend in the near term.

Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView

Source: newsbtc.com

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