Ethereum News Today: Ethereum Hits $3K, but ETF Outflows and RSI Signal Caution Before $15K

Ethereum (ETH) has surged past the $3,000 psychological threshold, sparking renewed speculation about its long-term potential to reach $15,000. The price rally, which pushed ETH to $3,184 as of November 15, 2025, follows a mix of institutional activity, technical developments, and broader market sentiment shifts. However, the path to sustained growth remains clouded by recent outflows from Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and volatile macroeconomic signals.

The cryptocurrency's recent performance has been bolstered by a combination of short-term buying pressure and strategic institutional moves. BitMine, a major Ethereum treasury firm, reported purchasing over 200,000 ETH tokens worth $840 million during a recent market dip. Meanwhile, Ethereum ETFs have faced significant outflows of $259 million on a single day-the largest since early November. These outflows, attributed to institutional selling, have raised concerns about near-term price stability, though some analysts argue the dips present accumulation opportunities for long-term holders.

Technical indicators suggest a mixed outlook.

Ethereum's price has stabilized above key support levels of $2,904–$2,916 and $2,760–$2,772, but its relative strength index (RSI) remains depressed at 36, indicating weak demand and vulnerability to further retracement. The 50-day moving average (currently at $3,250) poses a critical hurdle, with a 29% probability of ETH reclaiming that level, according to probabilistic models. A breakdown below the 200-day average could expose the asset to $3,050 or even $2,850 levels.

Institutional interest in Ethereum derivatives has also expanded. Cboe Global Markets announced plans to launch "perpetual-style" Ethereum futures with a 10-year expiration, set to debut on December 15. These products aim to provide institutional investors with extended exposure while maintaining regulatory compliance, a move that could enhance liquidity and attract new capital to the Ethereum ecosystem.

The broader crypto market, however, remains fragmented. While Ethereum has held its ground, Bitcoin (BTC) and other altcoins like Cardano (ADA) have experienced sharp corrections. ADA, for instance, dipped below $0.50 amid mixed reactions to Charles Hoskinson's investment in American Bitcoin. Conversely, projects like Mutuum Finance (MUTM) have seen strong presale traction, raising $18.7 million as it prepares for a Q4 2025 protocol launch. Such developments highlight the sector's duality-a mix of innovation and volatility.

Ethereum's long-term trajectory will likely depend on macroeconomic factors, including the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions. With only 45.9% of investors anticipating a December rate cut, market sentiment remains cautious. For ETH to reach $15,000, it would require not only sustained institutional inflows but also a broader shift in risk appetite and regulatory clarity. Until then, traders and investors will closely monitor key support/resistance levels and the evolving ETF landscape. According to analysis, this remains a high-stakes scenario.