Ethereum News Today: Ethereum Breaks $4,100 Resistance Eyes $4,500 Target

Ethereum’s price has positioned itself in a bullish structure ahead of a potential breakout toward $4,500, with the current price at $4,196.59—14% below its all-time high. The market capitalization stands at $506.14 billion, supported by a 24-hour trading volume of $43.69 billion. The price has been in a clear uptrend from approximately $2,488 to $4,249, with a recent breakout above the $4,100 resistance level on a strong bullish candle [1].

On the daily chart, Ethereum has shown consistent strength, with volume spikes during pullbacks indicating accumulation by market participants [1]. Immediate resistance levels are now at $4,300 to $4,350, and a clean continuation could see the price test $4,500 as the next significant target. The 4-hour chart reflects a sequence of higher highs and higher lows since August 6, 2025, suggesting sustained buying pressure. However, the latest candles have shown smaller bodies, signaling a possible short-term consolidation phase [1].

The 1-hour chart reveals a sharp rally from around $4,050 to $4,249 before a mild retracement. A breakout to $4,249 came with a large volume spike, though activity has since tapered, indicating that selling pressure is not yet dominant [1]. A reclamation of $4,230 with strong volume could push the price toward $4,300, while a drop below $4,180 with conviction could lead to a retest of the $4,100 level.

Key technical indicators such as the RSI, stochastic, and MACD are all showing bullish signals, with the RSI at 72.2 and MACD at 197.3 [1]. All moving averages, from the EMA 10 to the SMA 200, remain in a bullish alignment, reinforcing the integrity of the uptrend. Traders are advised to either wait for a confirmed breakout above $4,250 with strong volume or consider a pullback into the $4,100–$4,150 support range as an entry opportunity [1].

Analysts and traders are closely watching Ethereum’s ability to hold above $4,000. A sustained move above $4,250 could extend the uptrend toward $4,500, with some forecasts even suggesting a potential run toward $4,800–$5,000 if momentum remains intact [1]. Crypto commentator Ash Crypto has highlighted $4,100 as a key threshold, noting that a break above this level could trigger a sharp surge to $4,400–$4,500 due to forced short covering [3].

Recent data supports a shift in sentiment, with the liquidation of approximately $105 million in short positions following Ethereum’s rise to $4,060. Institutional interest is also growing, with spot ETH ETFs recording $537 million in inflows over the past four trading days [3]. The Ethereum ecosystem’s total value locked (TVL) has also reached a new all-time high of $306 billion [3].

However, caution is warranted. A bearish RSI divergence observed recently warns of a potential short-term correction [5]. Without strong volume support, a rejection at key resistance levels could lead to a pullback toward $3,950–$3,900 [3]. Analysts suggest consolidation may occur before another leg higher, especially if the price remains above $4,000 [4].

Looking ahead, the market is now monitoring $4,300 and $4,600 as the next potential resistance levels [4]. While some bullish forecasts suggest ETH could surpass $10,000 or even $16,000, such predictions remain speculative and not reflective of current market conditions [3].

Ethereum’s current technical posture remains favorable, with bullish momentum dominant across all major timeframes. Traders and investors are advised to monitor key levels for confirmation of a breakout or signs of consolidation, as the path toward $4,500 remains in focus.

Source:

[1] Bitcoin.com - [https://news.bitcoin.com/ethereum-price-watch-market-eyes-breakout-toward-4500-target/](https://news.bitcoin.com/ethereum-price-watch-market-eyes-breakout-toward-4500-target/)

[2] Cointelegraph - [https://cointelegraph.com/tags/altcoin-watch](https://cointelegraph.com/tags/altcoin-watch)

[3] Traders Union - [https://tradersunion.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/show/426769-ethereum-4000-surge-sparks-short-squeeze-speculation/](https://tradersunion.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/show/426769-ethereum-4000-surge-sparks-short-squeeze-speculation/)

[4] Binance - [https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/28052905596298](https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/28052905596298)

[5] InteractiveCrypto - [https://www.interactivecrypto.com/ethereum-at-3901-could-it-smash-4000-and-beyond-in-2025](https://www.interactivecrypto.com/ethereum-at-3901-could-it-smash-4000-and-beyond-in-2025)