Ethereum News Today: Polygon and Arbitrum Target $2 as Analysts Highlight 600–957% Upside Potential in Next Bull Cycle

Late in the 2025 market cycle, two layer-2 (L2) solutions—Polygon (POL) and Arbitrum (ARB)—are gaining attention for potential long-term growth. According to analyst Crypto Patel, both assets may be entering the early phase of a significant bull market run, driven by infrastructure improvements and growing adoption within the Ethereum ecosystem [1]. Patel’s analysis suggests that investors can take advantage of the current accumulation zones for both tokens, which are still trading below $0.40 [1].

Polygon (POL) is currently priced around $0.21, with Patel identifying a key support range between $0.17 and $0.20. The analyst outlines multiple resistance levels above the current price, with a final target of $2. That would represent a potential 957% gain if POL reaches that level [1]. Breakout points are marked at $0.25, $0.39, $0.51, and $0.70, which Patel describes as stepping stones toward a larger move in the next market cycle. The analyst emphasizes that volume and market momentum will be critical in determining whether these levels are successfully breached [1].

Arbitrum (ARB), on the other hand, is trading around $0.39, just above a strong support range between $0.27 and $0.30. Patel views this area as a favorable entry point for long-term investors. His projected target for ARB is $2.07, representing a potential 600% increase from the current price [1]. The chart visualizes this potential with a large green arrow stretching from the support zone to the $2.07 resistance level. Unlike POL, which faces multiple intermediate resistance levels, ARB appears closer to a breakout, with fewer obstacles on the path to the analyst’s target [1].

The bullish case for both tokens is supported by recent developments in the Ethereum ecosystem. A July 2025 market update from GMCI notes that Arbitrum has maintained stability despite token unlocks, aided by integrations and DAO upgrades. Meanwhile, Polygon has quietly gained traction as L2 modularity continues to advance [2]. Both protocols are positioned to benefit from Ethereum’s ongoing shift toward scalable, cost-effective solutions, which is increasing demand for layer-2 infrastructure [1].

Despite the optimism surrounding POL and ARB, the broader crypto market remains in a neutral state. The Injective Fear and Greed Index, as of mid-August 2025, remains in neutral territory, indicating a balanced market sentiment across multiple indicators such as volatility, volume, and impulse [4]. However, this does not detract from the potential for specific assets like POL and ARB to outperform as the market stabilizes and institutional interest in scalable L2 solutions grows [4].

Patel’s analysis frames both Polygon and Arbitrum as high-upside plays for the next crypto cycle. While both tokens are supported by strong fundamentals and key infrastructure roles, their paths to the $2 price level differ. POL may face more resistance levels, but it also offers a higher potential return, whereas ARB appears closer to a breakout with fewer visible obstacles [1].

Investors are advised to closely monitor support zones and technical indicators as they build long-term positions. Patel’s focus on accumulation ranges and cycle targets provides a clear framework for investors looking to capitalize on the next phase of the market.

Sources:

[1] CaptainAltcoin – [https://captainaltcoin.com/analyst-predicts-massive-upside-for-polygon-pol-and-arbitrum-arb-this-cycle-reveals-optimal-buying-prices/](https://captainaltcoin.com/analyst-predicts-massive-upside-for-polygon-pol-and-arbitrum-arb-this-cycle-reveals-optimal-buying-prices/)

[2] GMCI on X – [https://x.com/gmci_/status/1952796106384941216](https://x.com/gmci_/status/1952796106384941216)

[4] CFGI.io – Injective Fear and Greed Index – [https://CFGI.io](https://CFGI.io)