The latest Crypto Derivatives Analytics Report by Bybit in partnership with BlockScholes shows there has been a significant shift in the attitude of the market, with investors now favouring Ethereum (ETH).

The analysis shows that, in comparison to Bitcoin (BTC), there is an increasing amount of optimism around ETH due to important market indicators and impending regulatory changes.

Source: Bybit Analytics

Strong Bullish Indications Despite Market Volatility

The soon to launch Ether Spot ETFs in the United States is seen to provide a major boost to the world’s top altcoin in terms of adoption and perhaps price projection.

Ethereum futures have been edging BTC in recovering open interest, indicating a strong market narrative supporting Ethereum’s long-term prospects.

Source: Bybit Analytics

The increase in ETH perpetual contract trading volumes is indicative of investors taking calculated risks to get ahead of expected market turning points, such as the introduction of an ETF.

Increased Price Momentum And Options Activity

The market volatility for ETH options is still high, especially when it comes to waiting for approvals for ETFs. This is in stark contrast to BTC options, which show a more cautious approach.

The study reveals a stable premium in the volatility of ETH options throughout a range of term structure tenor points, indicating robust expectations from the market for upcoming price moves.

In the previous 24 hours, Ethereum’s price has risen by 4% to $3,472. There are a handful of spot ETH ETFs expected to go live on July 23 after receiving preliminary authorisation from the US Securities and Exchange Commission.

Experts predict that these legislative achievements would lead to significant financial inflows into Ethereum, which may drive its price up to $4,000 and higher.

ETH market cap currently at $408 billion. Chart: TradingView.com

An Overview Of Ethereum Prices

Over the past several days, Ethereum has experienced a significant price change. During the period in which the market as a whole was experiencing a decline, the price of ETH fell to $2,811, but ever since Bitcoin again began to increase, ETH has been following suit.

The development of Ethereum reached its conclusion at $3,484 after it produced a “dual bottom” on the 4-hour chart earlier.

ETH up in the last 24 hours. Source: Coingecko

With $3,570 and $3,800 as likely resistance levels, forecasts for Ethereum’s price point to further higher movement to come. Should the bears prevail, Ethereum can find favour at $3,350, in accordance with the 21-day and 50-day Simple Moving Averages (SMAs).

ETF Introduction Sparks Investor Interest

The SEC has given three issuers preliminary approval, which has energised Ethereum’s market dynamics before Spot ETH ETFs are scheduled to be introduced. Eric Balchunas, a Bloomberg ETF specialist, forecasts large trade volumes and institutional interest when trading opens on Tuesday.

Ethereum’s price rebound can be attributed, according to Eugene Cheung, Head of Institutions at Bybit, investor optimism over the ETF certification. Higher liquidity and institutional involvement expectations help to position the market favourably.

Featured image from Techopedia, chart from TradingView