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Market Alert: Ethereum Faces Potential Downfall As Dencun Upgrade Looms – Here’s Why

Ethereum (ETH) is poised for a notable improvement with the impending Dencun upgrade to enhance the network’s scalability. However, amidst this anticipation, QCP Capital, a seasoned crypto asset trading firm, has shed light on an emerging trend that might influence Ethereum’s price trajectory. The firm’s analysis reveals a shift in “risk reversals” for Ethereum, turning negative for upcoming expiries. This shift indicates growing concerns among investors about a potential decrease in ETH’s price, as a negative risk reversal often suggests a market leaning towards protective measures against a downturn. Related Reading: These Are The Ethereum Altcoins Witnessing High Whale Interest Market Leverage And Correction Concerns Notably, this trend towards negative risk reversals has been attributed to an increased interest in put options, which serve as a hedge against potential losses for those speculating on price increases. Moreover, the broader altcoin market participants are similarly hedging their investments in Ethereum, aiming to mitigate risks associated with their altcoin holdings. QCP Capital’s insights into the market dynamics also highlight an underlying nervousness about Ethereum’s price stability, especially in light of the considerable leverage within the market. The firm cautions about the potential for a market correction, albeit with an expectation of strong buying interest in the event of any price dips. QCP noted in the report: Altcoin speculators might also be buying ETH puts as a proxy to hedge altcoin downside. This makes us wary of a possible correction given the amount of leverage in the market. However, we think that the market will buy any dip aggressively. Additionally, Ethereum’s spot-forward spreads have decreased slightly, contrasting with Bitcoin’s sustained high spreads. Commenting on the implication for investors, QCP Capital stated: A sharp drop in spot price is likely to drag the forward spreads lower as leverage longs get taken out. Ethereum Performance And Outlook Despite the cautionary signals, Ethereum continues to perform “robustly” in the crypto market, closely trailing Bitcoin regarding price movements. Currently trading above $4,000, Ethereum has witnessed a modest increase of 0.6% over the past 24 hours. Moreover, data from IntoTheBlock (ITB) reveals an encouraging statistic: over 94% of ETH addresses are presently profitable, suggesting a strong holding pattern among investors and a reduced likelihood of selling pressure. This scenario could potentially set the stage for a price uptick. Related Reading: Ethereum Wallets Overflow: Over 90% Addresses In Profit, Ether To Retest ATH However, it’s important to note that Ethereum’s growth trajectory, while positive, has not mirrored the notable surge Bitcoin experienced following the approval of its spot Exchange-Traded Fund, indicating a more measured pace of appreciation for ETH. Featured image from Unsplash, Chart from TradingView

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