Analysis

Ethereum Price Remains Stable Above $1,600 Mark After SEC Decision

Key Points:

Ethereum price stays above $1,600 after breaking resistance at $1,590 and overcoming a brief SEC ETF decision delay.
SEC postpones rulings on ARK 21Shares and VanEck Ethereum ETFs until December 26 and 25, causing a minor market pause.
Ethereum eyes a crucial hurdle at $1,645, with a potential breakout signaling further price gains and continued market optimism.

Ethereum (ETH) has maintained its robust position, trading above the $1,600 mark, demonstrating a parallel trend with Bitcoin. As the cryptocurrency market continues to evolve, ETH is establishing a solid foundation above $1,580 and gradually ascending.

Ethereum Price Maintains Strong Position Amidst SEC ETF Delay

Further reinforcing the bullish sentiment, Ethereum price has overcome the short-term challenge of a falling wedge formation, as discussed in prior price predictions. Currently trading at $1,608, Ethereum’s journey saw a brief but notable spike to $1,633 during the American trading session.

However, a minor setback occurred due to news surrounding the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) delaying decisions on two spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

The SEC’s announcement disclosed that the verdict on the ARK 21Shares Ethereum ETF would be postponed until December 26, and the reconsideration date for the VanEck Ethereum ETF proposal is scheduled for December 25. These delays have created a momentary pause in Ethereum‘s upward momentum.

Ethereum’s Path to Further Gains

ETH made a commendable recovery by surging beyond the $1,630 level. Notably, this ascent was facilitated by breaking through a significant bearish trendline, previously resisting near $1,590, as observed on the hourly ETH/USD chart. This move also encompassed a climb above the 23.6% Fibonacci retracement level, calculated from the dip between the $1,669 high and the $1,565 low.

ETH price chart. Source: TradingView

Looking ahead, Ethereum price faces a pivotal resistance at $1,645, which aligns closely with the 23.6% Fibonacci retracement level derived from the dip between the $2,030 swing high and the $1,530 low. A successful push beyond this resistance could potentially propel Ether further upward, fueling expectations of a sustained uptrend in the cryptocurrency market.

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Harold

With a passion for untangling the complexities of the financial world, I've spent over four years in financial journalism, covering everything from traditional equities to the cutting edge of venture capital. "The financial markets are a fascinating puzzle," I often say, "and I love helping people make sense of them." That's what drives me to bring clear and insightful financial journalism to the readers of Coincu.