- Ethereum’s steady cycles against Bitcoin hint that altcoins could soon take center stage in the next big market move.
- With Ethereum beating Bitcoin two quarters in a row, confidence in altcoins is rising and money may start flowing their way.
- History shows Ethereum often builds quietly before exploding higher, a pattern now pointing toward a possible altcoin supercycle.
The Ethereum-to-Bitcoin ratio is flashing powerful signals of another rally as analysts highlight repeating cycles in ETH/BTC price action. According to Crypto Fella, patience remains essential because Ethereum consistently shows reaccumulation phases followed by explosive breakouts.
ETH/BTC Cycles Show Reaccumulation Strength
The ETH/BTC ratio currently trades at 0.038754, reflecting only a slight 0.07% dip. However, chart patterns reveal three completed cycles marked by consolidation and breakout moves.
The first cycle began near 0.022 BTC, consolidated for six weeks, then surged to 0.032 BTC. The second cycle repeated this behavior, with support forming near 0.030 BTC before a spring phase drove the ratio to 0.034 BTC.
Now, the third cycle is unfolding at higher levels near 0.038 BTC. The structure again shows a reaccumulation phase with signs of a possible spring. Historically, each spring event led to substantial gains within weeks, hinting that another move may be loading.
Ethereum Returns Outshine Bitcoin
Niels’ data adds further weight to the bullish case. Over the last two quarters, Ethereum has produced higher quarterly returns than Bitcoin. Ethereum’s Q3 2025 return jumped 72.98%, while Bitcoin’s seasonal norms were weaker. Ethereum’s volatility permits larger swings, but historically, Bitcoin performs best in Q4, average gains of 85.42%.
Ethereum has shown massive gains in past bull runs, like in early 2017 when it soared over 500% in just one quarter. While it can also fall harder than Bitcoin, its upside potential is often much bigger when momentum shifts.
This growing strength compared to Bitcoin suggests investors may start moving money into altcoins faster. With Bitcoin holding steady, traders seem ready to branch out into riskier assets, which could push the overall market even higher.
