Ethereum’s Institutional Buying Frenzy Could Spark $15K Price Target

Ethereum’s price momentum is drawing attention from large institutional players, fueling speculation over the next rally. In recent weeks, major asset managers have stepped in aggressively.

BlackRock reportedly acquired $500 million worth of ETH, while Fidelity added more than $56.9 million. This wave of accumulation comes as the cryptocurrency trades near , marking a 19% gain over the past week despite a modest daily pullback.

Analysts from CryptoELITES note that Ethereum’s historical breakout phases have consistently paved the way for broader altcoin surges. The latest move higher is underpinned by ETF approvals, record CME Ethereum futures activity, and rising demand for decentralized finance infrastructure.

CME data shows July’s ETH futures volume reached $118 billion, the highest on record, according to . Open interest also spiked, suggesting institutions are not just chasing short-term gains but positioning for longer-term upside.

Past cycles offer insights. In 2017, ETH soared roughly 10,700%, followed by a 970% climb in 2021. A speculative 700% projection for 2025 would imply $37,000. While such targets are ambitious, even moderate gains could see ETH surpass $8,000 to $10,000 this cycle, with $15,000 possible if momentum accelerates.

Despite the bullish backdrop, technical analysis indicates that price corrections remain possible. Lark Davis highlights that Ethereum has finally broken above the $3,700–$4,000 range, which acted as resistance for nearly three years.

In similar setups, markets often revisit prior resistance zones to confirm them as new support before advancing. If ETH retests this region and holds, it could become a high-probability accumulation area for long-term investors.

A sustained move above $5,000 could mark the start of a parabolic rally, historically followed by broad altcoin market rallies. However, failure to hold above $4,000 could open the door to deeper pullbacks, especially if macro sentiment shifts.