Ethereum approaches a key resistance range, with whale and pledge activity suggesting a rebound in market confidence
Ethereum is approaching an important resistance area, which analysts believe will have a key impact on its next price trend. As large investors and new wallet addresses continue to increase their holdings of ETH and increase their pledges, market observers have noted that market confidence in the long-term prospects of the world's second-largest blockchain platform is growing.
Resistance, momentum and market structure
In early trading on Friday, Ethereum was trading at US$1,936.08, with 24-hour trading volume reaching US$10.69 billion, and a total market value of US$233.75 billion. Technical analysts pointed out that the key resistance range lies between $2,160 and $2,400. According to analyst Crypto Patel, the region contains bear market order blocks and fair spreads-technical indicators often used to judge trend shifts.
Analysts believe that only by continuing to break through this resistance range can we confirm upward momentum and break the existing bearish structure. Many market participants believe such a move will strengthen bullish sentiment and lay the foundation for longer-term goals, such as the $10,000 mark.
At the intersection of the resistance range of US$2,160 to US$2,400, analysts believe that Ethereum's medium-term price trend is facing a decisive moment and emphasize that if it fails to effectively close above this range, bearish pressure may continue.
Conversely, if Ethereum fails to break through these resistance levels, some views suggest it may test further to test support in the $1,500 to $1,000 range. Analysts also view this range as a potential long-term buying area.
Market observers emphasize that confirmation of price movements is still needed before drawing conclusions on future trends, rather than relying solely on forecasts or market sentiment.
Whale holdings and pledge activities are active
Data from blockchain analysis company Lookonchain shows that whale participation has increased significantly recently. These large holders usually increase their positions during periods of market uncertainty and have an influence on market direction. After three months of silence, a well-known address called 0x4cee conducted a large-scale buying operation, investing 20 million USDC to purchase 10,501 ETH units at an average price of US$1,905 each.
Another example is that a newly created wallet address withdrew 12,800 ETH (worth US$24.47 million) from Binance and then pledged all the funds. Analysts believe this shows market participants 'confidence in the long-term practicality of the Ethereum network, and point out that increased pledges will reduce the exchange's circulating supply, which may provide support for prices.
(Note: Pledge refers to the process by which users lock their ETH to support network operation and obtain rewards, which helps protect Ethereum's proof-of-stake consensus mechanism.)
Market Trends and Outlook
The overall market environment also showed signs of improvement, with bitcoin prices rising, further enhancing the optimism of Ethereum holders. Although bullish price forecasts are heating up again, analysts have warned investors that if they fail to break through resistance, Ethereum may have to seek support from lower price levels and sort it out before it rebounds.
Analysts stressed that if Ethereum decisively breaks through US$2,400, it may mark the beginning of a new round of rising periods; if it is rejected, it may lead to further consolidation or a move towards a stronger support range.
As the price trend of Ethereum has attracted much attention, market participants continue to evaluate chain signals and macro trends to guide their strategies.

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