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

Date: Fri, May 23, 2025 | 05:20 AM GMT

The cryptocurrency market has staged a strong recovery in recent weeks, bouncing back from a bearish first quarter that saw Ethereum (ETH) plunge by over 45%. Now in Q2, ETH has made an impressive comeback—surging more than 45% and climbing to a high of $2,739, its best level since late February.

While Bitcoin (BTC) continues to dominate headlines with a fresh all-time high at $111,970, ETH is quietly but critically approaching a zone that could determine the next move for the broader altcoin market.

Source: Coinmarketcap

ETH at a Key Resistance Zone

According to the 4-hour chart, Ethereum is currently testing a key resistance zone between $2,690 and $2,739. This range has acted as a major supply barrier over the last few weeks. A decisive breakout above this range would not only validate Ethereum’s current uptrend but could also ignite a broader altcoin rally.

Ethereum (ETH) 4H Chart/Coinsprobe (Source: Tradingview)

However, traders should tread cautiously.

A zoomed-out look reveals a potential double-top pattern—a bearish reversal structure that suggests the recent highs might be met with rejection. If confirmed, this pattern could pull ETH back toward the $2,300 area in the short term, possibly to liquidate over-leveraged long positions and collect liquidity before a true breakout.

What’s Next for ETH?

All eyes are now on the $2,690–$2,739 resistance band. A successful breakout and close above this zone could open the gates for a sharp move toward $3,000 and beyond. This would likely energize sentiment across the altcoin sector, including DeFi and L2 projects that historically follow Ethereum’s lead.

However, failure to push through convincingly could lead to a short-term correction cascade, inviting sell pressure down to $2,300.

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