- ETH/BTC surged 41% in ten days after a strong breakout from its accumulation zone, signaling renewed bullish sentiment and momentum.
- The May 5 rally cleared key resistance levels with high volume, marking a reversal from a prolonged downtrend that began in late February.
- With support forming near 0.025 BTC and altcoin sentiment improving, ETH/BTC could see higher returns as traders eye small-cap opportunities.
ETH/BTC token has staged a dramatic comeback, soaring 41% since early May after weeks of persistent bearish pressure. The token, trading at 0.02678 BTC on Binance, erased nearly two months of losses in just ten days. A decisive breakout on May 5 triggered this move, breaking through multiple resistance levels with exceptional volume.
The chart from CryptoMichNL on TradingView captures this explosive shift. It shows ETH/BTC bouncing from a lengthy accumulation zone between 0.0185 BTC and 0.019 BTC. This zone had acted as a strong base, with reduced volatility and fading trading volume. The breakout came exactly when market watchers expected a larger move, confirming bullish intent.
Source: Michael van de Poppe
Sharp Decline Led to Prolonged Accumulation
The ETH/BTC pair had entered a deep downtrend starting in late February. Prices fell steadily from 0.027 BTC to a low of 0.0175 BTC. March saw aggressive selling, with red candles dominating. Despite small relief rallies, sellers maintained control.
In early April, ETH/BTC plummeted to near 0.0185 BTC, hitting peak volume levels. This marked capitulation. The final sell-off triggered a technical bounce. However, the market remained uncertain. Prices entered a tight sideways range, forming a consolidation channel just below 0.019 BTC.
During this time, trading activity dropped significantly. Additionally, the low-volume environment hinted at waning selling pressure. Chart annotations marked this zone as “crucial resistance to break,” highlighting its technical importance.
Breakout Triggers Momentum Surge
May 5 became a turning point. A massive green candle broke resistance, sending ETH/BTC soaring 21% in a day. Volume spiked, confirming real momentum. The price rallied from 0.019 BTC to above 0.023 BTC, clearing multiple resistances.
Momentum held strong into mid-May. Buyers stepped in aggressively. Support has now formed near 0.025 BTC, helping stabilize the rally. Bitcoin’s parallel price movement also supported sentiment.
Moreover, CryptoMichNL suggested a 40% rise in ETH/BTC could signal broader altcoin strength. Smaller caps could benefit the most. Hence, traders may view upcoming 20-30% corrections as key entry points.
