Ethereum's 2.5-Year Stagnation Is 'Key Reason' Why Bitcoin's Run Left Investors Disappointed, Analyst Says
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Cryptocurrency analyst Benjamin Cowen highlights Ethereum's 2.5-year price stagnation as a key factor in investor disappointment, despite Bitcoin's significant rise. The Advance-Decline Index of top 100 cryptocurrencies hitting a new low signals continued weakness in altcoins, contrasting with the 2020-2021 bull market. Cowen attributes this to monetary policy shifts, particularly the Federal Reserve's quantitative tightening.
March 21, 2025 | 7:30 pm
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Ethereum remains at the same price level as two years ago, underperforming compared to Bitcoin's 265% rise. Analyst suggests potential for a market shift based on Fed policy changes.
Ethereum's prolonged price stagnation, coupled with weak altcoin performance and ongoing monetary tightening, suggests potential continued downward pressure in the short term.
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