Market Signal Briefing

Journalist

Posted: September 26, 2025

Key Takeaways 
Why does a VC believe Lee’s bullish projection is ‘retarted’?
Andrew Kang argued that the tokenized market has already exploded 1000x, but hasn’t boosted ETH

Will ETH drop to $1K per Kang’s projection? 
The future is hard to predict. But a crucial ETH support and realized price for accumulation addresses was at $2.8K. 

A VC partner has projected that the Ethereum [ETH] price could remain range-bound between $1K-$4K for an extended period, discrediting Fundstrat CIO Tom Lee’s bullish thesis and $60K price target.

In an X (formerly Twitter) post on the 24th of September, Andrew Kang, a partner at Mechanism Capital, called Lee’s projection ‘retarded.’ 

He downplayed Lee’s positive ETH outlook based on tokenization and stablecoin narratives.

He added that the tokenized market has grown, 1000x since 2020, but daily transaction fees on Ethereum have remained at a five-year low. 

“Tom’s argument fundamentally misunderstands how value accrual works and may lead you to believe that fees would scale proportionally, but in fact, they are practically at the same level of  2020.”

Source: X

Banks won’t buy ETH, says Kang
Kang added that large banks and institutions haven’t bought ETH and won’t make a bid in the future, as Lee expects. He drew parallels with oil, adding that banks only ‘pay for it when they need it.’

For the unfamiliar, crypto treasury firms led by Lee’s BitMine have accumulated $21 billion worth of the ETH, partly driven by the expected stablecoin and tokenization boom.

In fact, this new demand line lifted ETH from $1.5K to nearly $5K in 2025, about a 200% rally. Hence, more demand from such institutions could boost the ecosystem. 

But Kang was right on one thing – other blockchains will capture the tokenization boom. In fact, the growing competition from stablecoin-focused chains with more distribution channels could eat into ETH’s market share. 

Even so, it may be too early for the bearish bet for ETH. In fact, earlier in the year, Kang projected that ETH could slip below $1K; instead, the altcoin rallied 3x. 

That said, ETH accumulation addresses have hit a record high of 27.3 million ETH. Coupled with a looming supply crunch, the backdrop could be positive for ETH. This could raise the odds for a $5K price target. 

Source: CryptoQuant 

However, in the case of an extreme bearish scenario as projected by Kang, the key support to watch would be $2.8K.

It doubled as the realized price for accumulation addresses and stopped the H1 2025 pullback. 

Source: CryptoQuant

XRP Seoul 2025 sent shockwaves through the crypto world as over 3,000 global attendees unveiled major staking, tokenization, and real-world asset breakthroughs for the XRPL.

Why do XRP traders need to worry about BTC and ETH option expiries?

BTC option market makers and whales typically push prices toward the ‘max pain’ level ahead of the expiration date. The ‘max pain’ level is the price point where the largest number of options expire worthless. By pushing BTC below the ‘max pain’ level, options sellers minimize payouts and maximize profits. This is referred to as the Max Pain Theory.

BTC’s dominance influences broader market sentiment and buyer demand for XRP. A BTC sell-off typically triggers an XRP reversal, overshadowing positive developments.

This quarter, upbeat US labor market and GDP data tempered expectations of multiple Fed rate cuts in the fourth quarter, adding to the market angst. Traders locked in profits ahead of today’s US Personal Income and Outlays Report. Hotter inflation could further impact hopes for policy easing in the fourth quarter, weighing on risk assets.

XRP has previously experienced volatility in response to US economic data, Fed forward guidance, and FOMC interest rate decisions. For context, XRP slid 5.01% on Friday, August 29, in response to July’s better-than-expected Personal Income and Outlays Report.

Tailwinds Gather, Signaling an October Rebound
Despite XRP facing selling pressure in late September, upcoming events could set the token up for a bullish fourth quarter.

The launch of XRP-spot ETFs, including a potential iShares XRP Trust, may fuel institutional demand and send XRP to new highs.

Nate Geraci, president at NovaDius Wealth Management, spoke with Robbie Mitchnick, head of digital assets at BlackRock (BLK), about the crypto-spot ETF market.

Mitchnick noted that the biggest factors in deciding on a product launch are the level of investor demand and what problem is BlackRock solving for them, adding:

“So, when we think about other potential opportunities in this space, obviously we’re looking at things like market cap, liquidity, maturity, but also clarity of investment thesis and overall product and portfolio considerations in terms of how clients’ long-term are going to be able to use products in this space, build the type of portfolio exposures holistically that they want. And so, that’s a constant evaluation process. It’s not a fixed point in time thing, but ultimately that’s the kind of process that we employ.”

With XRP being the third largest crypto by market cap and considering the success of iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) and iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA), an iShares XRP Trust remains a possibility.

However, Bloomberg Intelligence Senior ETF Analyst Eric Balchunas downplayed the chances of an iShares XRP Trust filing, stating:

“Given all the other coins about to ETF-ized, it’s notable BlackRock is going another bitcoin product, imo, signifies they are going to build around btc and eth and lay off the rest, at least for now. This makes the horse race for these other coins much more wide open. No Secretariat to contend with.”

BlackRock filed for a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF on Thursday, September 25, established to yield income rather than offer direct exposure to BTC price trends. The filing aligns with Balchunas’s view that BlackRock will focus on BTC and ETH rather than other cryptos.

However, strong demand for XRP-spot ETFs could shift the narrative. Seven XRP-spot ETFs await the SEC’s decision, with final decision deadlines ranging from October 18 and November 14.

Price Action & Technical Analysis: Breach $2.7 or Break $3
XRP slid 6.22% on Thursday, September 25, reversing the previous session’s 3.57% gain to close at $2.7453. The token underperformed the broader market (-4.47%) on its drop toward key support levels. Traders are watching the following technical levels:

Support: $2.7 and $2.5.
Resistance: $2.8, $3, $3.2, $3.335, and the all-time high at $3.66.

In the near term, several key events could drive price action:

US Personal Income and Outlays Report
XRP ETF demand.
Spot ETFs: Approval or delays of XRP-spot ETFs and BlackRock’s position on an iShares XRP Trust filing.
Blue-chip companies’ positions on XRP as a treasury reserve asset.
Regulatory milestones: Ripple’s US-chartered bank license application, the Market Structure Bill, and SWIFT-related news may also influence sentiment.

Catalysts & Scenarios
The balance of US economic data, ETF flow trends, regulatory developments, and institutional demand could dictate whether XRP breaches lower support levels or breaks above resistance.

Bearish Scenario

Hotter-than-expected US Core PCE Index data.
GDLC, BITW, and XRPR ETFs register weak inflows or outflows, and BlackRock stays silent on an iShares XRP Trust filing.
SEC rejects XRP-spot ETF applications.
Legislative roadblocks or resistance to crypto-friendly regulations.
Blue-chip companies dismiss XRP as a treasury reserve asset.
OCC delays or rejects Ripple’s US-chartered bank license.
SWIFT retains market share in global remittances, curbing Ripple’s market access.

These bearish events could drag XRP toward $2.7. If breached, $2.5 would be the next key support level.

Bullish Scenario

Softer US inflation.
BITW, GDLC, and XRPR register strong inflows.
BlackRock files for an iShares XRP Trust, and the SEC approves XRP-spot ETFs.
Blue-chip companies purchase XRP for treasury purposes, and more payment platforms integrate Ripple technology.
Ripple secures a US-chartered bank license, and the Senate passes the Market Structure Bill.
SWIFT loses market share of global remittances to Ripple.

These catalysts could send XRP toward $2.8. A break above $2.8 may enable the bulls to target $3. A sustained move through $3 could pave the way toward $3.2.

55 minutes ago

BlackRock filed a registered trust company to back its proposed Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, a yield-generating product that would complement its $87 billion spot Bitcoin ETF, IBIT.

784

Asset management giant BlackRock filed to register a Delaware trust company for its proposed Bitcoin Premium Income ETF on Thursday, signaling a push to broaden its Bitcoin offerings.

Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas said BlackRock’s proposed product would sell covered call options on Bitcoin futures, collecting premiums to generate yield. 

The regular distributions would, however, trade away potential upside from investing in BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, which mirrors Bitcoin’s (BTC) price movements. 

“This is a covered call Bitcoin strategy in order to give BTC some yield. This will be a ’33 Act spot product, sequel to the $87b $IBIT.”Registering a trust filing in Delaware typically indicates that an ETF issuer will imminently file an S-1 registration statement or 19b-4 filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission to officially kick off the process.

Details of BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF filing. Source: Delaware
US regulators — particularly the SEC — have signaled openness to a wider range of crypto investment products as part of President Donald Trump’s promise to make America the “crypto capital of the world.”

The new BlackRock product would complement its iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT), which has clocked over $60.7 billion in inflows since launching in January 2024 — by far the largest of its kind — with the Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC) coming in next at $12.3 billion.

Bitcoin yield products are slowly coming to marketOne of the earliest reasons why many TradFi investment companies overlooked Bitcoin is that it isn’t a native yield-generating asset.

However, solutions have popped up, such as one of Strategy’s convertible preferred stock offerings, STRK, which leverages its 639,835 Bitcoin to offer investors stable income.

If approved, BlackRock’s proposed product would add to the few prominent yield-generating Bitcoin products in the US.

BlackRock won’t take part in altcoin ETF craze, analyst saysBalchunas said that, in light of all the other coins “about to be ETF-ized,” the filing shows BlackRock is opting to build around Bitcoin and Ether (ETH) and “lay off the rest, at least for now.”

“This makes the horse race for these other coins much more wide open,” he said.

Potential approvals may start coming in quicker too, with the SEC last week approving a generic listing standard that wouldn’t require each application to be assessed individually.

Among the cryptocurrencies most likely to next be wrapped in ETF form are Litecoin (LTC), Solana (SOL), XRP (XRP) and Dogecoin (DOGE).

Magazine: ‘Help! My robot vac is stealing my Bitcoin’: When smart devices attack

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure

Midas, in partnership with Axelar, has launched the first XRP liquid staking token, mXRP. The token will provide investors with yields from the XRP DeFi ecosystem and further expand the altcoin’s utility. 

XRP Liquid Staking Token Launches
Midas revealed that the mXRP liquid staking token will be issued on the XRP Ledger EVM via the Axelar bridge, which also facilitates the transfer of the token to the Ledger. The tokenization platform noted that this is a first-of-its-kind tokenized exposure product, offering meaningful XRP-denominated yield strategies. The token is expected to provide an APY of up to 8% for holders, although Axelar indicated it could reach 10%.

In an X post, Panek Mekras, co-founder of Anodos Finance, which offers the token on the Ledger, broke down key details about the liquid staking token. He explained that token is a yield-bearing version of XRP that generates yields for its holders. As such, the price of mXRP should continuously grow against the XRP price and trade at a premium. 

Panek further stated that the yield comes from various strategies, including lending, market making, and depositing on DeFi protocols, among others. He noted that asset managers first lock XRP and then borrow against it in stablecoins, using the capital for various strategies to generate profits. 

The Anodos Finance co-founder also clarified that investors simply need to hold the staking token to claim their yields or redeem their XRP. He added that holders of the liquid staking token do not receive extra tokens. Instead, the yield and rewards are automatically added and embedded into mXRP’s value. 

Panek noted that token works similarly to other liquid staking tokens, such as stETH, jitoSOL, and sAVAX, meaning that those looking to get yields from it have to buy the asset and hold it. They can do this by selling XRP or adding new capital to buy the token. 

Panek indicated that the launch of mXRP is beneficial for XRP, as it will add constant buying pressure to the altcoin. He noted that Midas and Axelar said that the goal is to become a perpetual buyer of XRP. Meanwhile, every XRP used to mint mXRP is locked, thereby removing it from circulation. 

Flare Network also recently announced the launch of ‘FXRP’ to expand XRP’s DeFi. Panek noted that mXRP and FXRP are slightly different, but ultimately, both are beneficial for XRP and the XRP Ledger. mXRP’s capital is managed by asset managers who generate yield on behalf of investors. At the same time, FXRP is a trustless version of XRP on the Flare network, which doesn’t inherently generate yield but can be used in DeFi protocols to generate yields.

At the time of writing, the altcoin price is trading at around $2.84, down in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap.

XRP trading at $2.84 on the 1D chart | Source: XRPUSDT on Tradingview.com
Featured image from iStock, chart from Tradingview.com

Editorial Process for bitcoinist is centered on delivering thoroughly researched, accurate, and unbiased content. We uphold strict sourcing standards, and each page undergoes diligent review by our team of top technology experts and seasoned editors. This process ensures the integrity, relevance, and value of our content for our readers.

Sign Up for Our Newsletter!
For updates and exclusive offers enter your email.

Scott Matherson is a leading crypto writer at Bitcoinist, who possesses a sharp analytical mind and a deep understanding of the digital currency landscape. Scott has earned a reputation for delivering thought-provoking and well-researched articles that resonate with both newcomers and seasoned crypto enthusiasts.
Outside of his writing, Scott is passionate about promoting crypto literacy and often works to educate the public on the potential of blockchain.

Cover image via www.freepik.com

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by our writers are their own and do not represent the views of U.Today. The financial and market information provided on U.Today is intended for informational purposes only. U.Today is not liable for any financial losses incurred while trading cryptocurrencies. Conduct your own research by contacting financial experts before making any investment decisions. We believe that all content is accurate as of the date of publication, but certain offers mentioned may no longer be available.

The market is expiriencing somewhat of a storm as Shiba Inu, Ethereum and Bitcoin are losing multiple key support levels, and there is a good possibility of an aggravation here as no fresh inflows are present and most of the volume on the market is on the selling side. 

Shiba Inu loses key supportThe price of Shiba Inu has fallen below important support levels, indicating that a retest of the $0.00001 bottom may be closer than many anticipated. This indicates that the stock is once again under strong selling pressure. According to the asset's current structure, if sentiment and technicals do not rapidly improve, the asset may be headed for new 2025 lows. The symmetrical triangle structure that had previously kept the price of SHIB stable for months has now been broken on the daily chart. 

SHIB/USDT Chart by TradingViewThe token broke because it was unable to hold above the 50-day and 100-day EMAs, making it susceptible to additional drops. There is still momentum working against bulls because the 200-day EMA is likewise sloping downward. Previously a dependable short-term floor, the $0.0000122 support zone is now resistance as bears gain ground. Red candles have seen an increase in volume, suggesting that sellers are growing more confident.

HOT Stories

Although the RSI has entered oversold territory, it has not yet indicated a reversal, suggesting that the downward momentum may continue. SHIB may be headed for a test of $0.0000115 if the current circumstances continue with the possibility of a decline to the psychological $0.00001 level. In addition to representing a retest of SHIB's annual lows, such a decline might put the asset in danger of breaching its larger 2025 support range. Recovery appears to be difficult for now.

Ethereum stumblesThe fact that Ethereum has dropped below the crucial $4,000 mark suggests that the market as a whole is weak and that more declines are likely. The decline occurred quickly after ETH failed to maintain its consolidation around the $4,400-$4,500 resistance zone, and bearish pressure took over.

Since its recent symmetrical triangle formation, ETH has been declining sharply, according to the daily chart. With sellers taking charge, this breakdown demonstrates that there is no buying support at higher levels. The bearish move has gained more weight as trading volumes have increased during the decline.

ETH/USDT Chart by TradingViewThe Relative Strength Index, meanwhile, has dipped nearer to oversold territory, indicating that bearish momentum may yet worsen before a relief bounce takes place. Ethereum is in a precarious position right now, trading just below $4,000.

The next significant area of interest, if selling persists, is around the 100-day EMA, which is close to $3,833. This moving average has historically served as a dependable level of support during periods of correction, so buyers may intervene there to protect against further losses. Ethereum might level off and try to push back toward $4,200 if the 100 EMA holds.

It is impossible to rule out a more aggressive move toward the $3,600-$3,400 range if this support fails. The 200 EMA would then be the crucial last line of defense to prevent a protracted bearish cycle further below it, at $3,392.

For the time being, Ethereum’s failure to hold the $4,000 mark is a serious setback to bullish sentiment. Investors should closely monitor ETH’s response to the $3,833 mark in the upcoming sessions. Hopes for a midterm recovery could be raised by a strong bounce here, but failure would pave the way for a more significant correction.

Bitcoin pattern recognizedA head and shoulders pattern could determine whether the next move is a surge toward $123,000 or a plunge into bearish territory, which may be its most important formation of the year.

On the daily chart, the pattern has been gradually developing, with Bitcoin settling between $112,000 and $114,000 following several unsuccessful attempts to rise. Bitcoin is currently trading just above the 100 EMA, and the pattern’s neckline is a crucial support level.

The bullish head and shoulders scenario could be confirmed by a clear breakout above the $114,000 resistance, which would pave the way for a medium-term move to $123,000. This level is the next logical target for bulls, since it is where breakout traders and upside liquidity are likely to converge.

But prudence is still necessary. The danger of a decline will increase rapidly if the pattern does not finish and Bitcoin drops below the neckline. The next important level of support is the 200 EMA, which is presently trading at about $106,000. A decline to that level would push the market into a bearish narrative and put investor confidence to the test, even though this would still keep Bitcoin above its longer-term bullish structure.

Hesitance is also suggested by volume trends: selling spikes imply that whales are offloading at every rally attempt, and buying pressure has not been strong enough to break through resistance levels.

The SEC delayed action on Canary's SUI and PENGU funds, along with staked INJ and SEI funds, and some spot Avalanche proposals.

Major global firms are pushing XRP into the corporate mainstream with a bold new platform set to revolutionize treasury management and digital payments worldwide.

FalconX, a leading digital asset prime broker, has executed the first forward rate agreements (FRAs) tied to Ethereum staking yields, marking a major step in building a fixed-income layer for crypto markets. The development provides institutional investors with a way to hedge or speculate on Ethereum's native yield, which has grown increasingly volatile amid record demand for staking.

Journalist

Posted: September 26, 2025

Key Takeaways
Why did FLR’s price surge recently?
The launch of FXRP allowed XRP to be minted as an overcollateralized asset for DeFi use, sparking aggressive buying.

What could impact FLR’s next move?
If buyer demand holds, FLR may retest $0.0278, but strong profit-taking could drive it down to $0.023 support.

 Flare Network [FLR] surged to a 9-month high of $0.0285 before sharply retracing to $0.025 at press time. 

Over the same period, its volume surged 347% to $52 million, while its market cap reached a new high of $2.1 billion, indicating steady capital flow.

But what triggered the price hike?

The recent launch of FXRP primarily drove Flare’s price uptick. According to an official report, Flare launched its FAssets protocol, starting with FXRP v1, a version of XRP designed for DeFi. 

This move aims to allow Ripple [XRP] holders to mint FXRP on Flare and access lending liquidity pools and DEXs on the network.

The rollout marks the first time that XRP, a non-smart contract, can be used in a composable DeFi system without a third party. 

Importantly, the FAssets are designed to convert XRP tokens into one-to-one representations secured through overcollateralized assets and deployed across DeFi protocols. 

Retail buyers jump into the market
Significantly, following the FXRP rollout, buyers jumped into the market to accumulate the altcoin. According to Coinalyze, FLR saw $202 million in Buy Volume compared to $190 million in Sell Volume. 

Source: Coinalyze

As a result, the altcoin saw a positive Buy Sell Delta of 12 million FLR tokens, a clear sign of aggressive spot accumulation. 

Historically, increased accumulation has resulted in an upward pressure, often a prelude to higher prices. 

Profit takers, join the party
As expected, as Flare jumped on its price charts, holders who have been underwater jumped into the market to cash out. 

According to Coinglass, FLR has recorded positive Spot Netflow for ten consecutive days. At press time, Netflow was $222.5k, indicating higher inflows, a clear sign of sustained selling activity. 

Source: CoinGlass

Often, when profit-taking activity holds for a sustained period, it causes downward pressure, resulting in a market pullback. 

Can FLR hold recent gains?
According to AMBCrypto’s analysis, Flare soared as investors rushed into the market to accumulate, driven by the launch of FXRP. 

For that reason, the altcoin’s Stochastic RSI made a bullish crossover, reaching 66.9, indicating strong upward momentum. 

Source: TradingView

Likewise, its Relative Strength Index (RSI) jumped to 69 before retracing to 61, further confirming increased buyer and seller activity. 

Typically, when these momentum indicators edge into bullish territory, they signal trend continuation potential. Thus, if demand witnessed in the past day holds, FLR will reclaim $0.0278 and target $0.0289.

However, profit takers are highly active in the market and pose a significant threat to the uptrend. If sellers overwhelm the market, the correction will continue with $0.023 as a critical support level.

The Shiba Inu developers have issued a new statement about the Shibarium bridge. In it, they openly admit that developers made mistakes in the way the bridge was set up and managed.

A bullish Dogecoin price prediction is back on the table as Thumzup Media, the firm that recently acquired a DOGE mining operation, just announced a $10 million stock buyback.

One mysterious whale has been quietly accumulating PI tokens even as the broader market rushes to dump them – raising the question: what does this buyer know that others don't, and does it point to a bullish Pi Coin price prediction?Despite launching with major hype, Pi (PI) has struggled to live up to expectations, crashing

Terrill Dicki
Sep 25, 2025 22:33

PEPE price prediction shows potential 85% upside to $0.0000162 within 2-4 weeks, but oversold RSI at 35.53 and bearish MACD signal suggest cautious approach needed.

PEPE Price Prediction Summary
• PEPE short-term target (1 week): $0.00000914 (+4.2% from current levels)
• Pepe medium-term forecast (1 month): $0.0000120-$0.0000162 range
• Key level to break for bullish continuation: $0.00000914 resistance
• Critical support if bearish: $0.00000796 must hold

Recent Pepe Price Predictions from Analysts
The latest PEPE price prediction data reveals a compelling bullish consensus among analysts, despite current technical weakness. WalletInvestor's progressive forecasts show an ambitious trajectory, with their most recent Pepe forecast targeting $0.0000162 - representing a potential 85% surge from current price levels.

The prediction timeline shows interesting volatility expectations. Starting from $0.00000351 on September 21st, analysts anticipated steady gains through $0.00000796 and $0.00000914, before projecting a temporary pullback to $0.00000876. However, the September 25th PEPE price target of $0.0000162 suggests analysts expect a significant breakout phase.

This progression indicates analysts view the recent price action as accumulation before a major move, despite the current bearish technical setup showing a -5.50% daily decline.

PEPE Technical Analysis: Setting Up for Contrarian Reversal
Current Pepe technical analysis presents a classic oversold setup that could fuel the predicted recovery. The RSI reading of 35.53 sits in neutral territory but approaches oversold conditions, historically a favorable zone for PEPE reversals.

The MACD histogram showing bearish momentum at -0.0000 appears to be bottoming out, while the Stochastic indicators (%K at 6.25, %D at 7.43) are deeply oversold. This extreme positioning often precedes sharp reversals in meme cryptocurrencies like PEPE.

Most significantly, PEPE's position at 0.0311 relative to Bollinger Bands indicates the price is hugging the lower band - a technical condition that frequently leads to mean reversion toward the middle band. The current "Weak Bullish" overall trend classification suggests underlying strength despite near-term pressure.

Volume analysis shows robust $129.4 million in 24-hour trading on Binance, indicating sustained interest despite the price decline. This volume profile supports the bullish Pepe forecast as it demonstrates institutional and retail participation remains active.

Pepe Price Targets: Bull and Bear Scenarios
Bullish Case for PEPE
The primary PEPE price target of $0.0000162 aligns with historical resistance levels and represents a logical extension of the recent analyst predictions. To reach this target, PEPE must first reclaim $0.00000914, which serves as the immediate resistance barrier.

A successful break above $0.00000914 would likely trigger momentum buying, potentially driving price toward the $0.0000120-$0.0000140 range within 2-3 weeks. The final push to $0.0000162 would require broader meme coin sector strength and could materialize within the 30-day forecast window.

Technical confirmation for this bullish scenario would come from RSI breaking above 50, MACD histogram turning positive, and sustained volume above current levels.

Bearish Risk for Pepe
The primary risk to bullish PEPE price prediction scenarios lies in a breakdown below the critical $0.00000796 support level. This area has provided multiple bounces and represents the foundation of the current consolidation pattern.

A decisive break below $0.00000796 could trigger stops and algorithmic selling, potentially driving PEPE toward $0.00000650-$0.00000700 range. Such a decline would invalidate the near-term bullish Pepe forecast and suggest a deeper correction is underway.

Risk factors include broader crypto market weakness, reduced meme coin speculation, or failure to hold above the lower Bollinger Band for extended periods.

Should You Buy PEPE Now? Entry Strategy
Based on current Pepe technical analysis, a staged entry approach offers the best risk-reward profile. Initial positions could be established at current levels around $0.00000876, representing the predicted pullback level from analyst forecasts.

The optimal buy or sell PEPE decision depends on risk tolerance. Conservative traders should wait for RSI to exceed 40 and MACD to show initial signs of positive divergence. Aggressive traders can accumulate on current weakness, targeting the oversold bounce potential.

Stop-loss placement should be positioned below $0.00000750, representing a 14% maximum loss from current entry levels. This provides adequate cushion while protecting against major breakdown scenarios.

Position sizing should remain modest given PEPE's inherent volatility, with maximum 1-2% portfolio allocation recommended for most investors.

PEPE Price Prediction Conclusion
The PEPE price prediction for the next 30 days carries a MEDIUM-HIGH confidence level, with target range of $0.0000120-$0.0000162 representing 37-85% upside potential. The combination of oversold technical conditions and bullish analyst consensus creates favorable risk-reward dynamics.

Key indicators to monitor for prediction confirmation include RSI breaking above 45, MACD histogram turning positive, and successful reclaim of $0.00000914 resistance. These developments would validate the bullish Pepe forecast timeline.

The prediction timeline suggests initial movement within 7-10 days, with primary targets achievable within 3-4 weeks assuming normal market conditions. Failure to hold $0.00000796 support would invalidate this forecast and require reassessment of the medium-term outlook.

Image source: Shutterstock

pepe price forcast
pepe price prediction

Disclaimer

Disclaimer: Blockchain.news provides content for informational purposes only. In no event shall blockchain.news be responsible for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of, or inability to use, the information provided. This includes, but is not limited to, any loss or damage resulting from decisions made based on the content. Readers should conduct their own research and consult professionals before making financial decisions.

Luisa Crawford
Sep 25, 2025 22:45

HBAR price prediction analysis reveals mixed signals with short-term downside risk to $0.15 but potential recovery to $0.25 resistance level within 4-6 weeks.

HBAR Price Prediction: Technical Crossroads Signal Major Move Ahead
Hedera (HBAR) sits at a critical technical juncture as September 2025 draws to a close, with conflicting signals from analysts and technical indicators creating an intriguing setup for the coming weeks. Currently trading at $0.21 after a sharp 6.32% decline in the past 24 hours, HBAR finds itself testing crucial support levels that will likely determine its trajectory through October.

HBAR Price Prediction Summary
Based on comprehensive technical analysis and current market conditions, here are the key price targets for Hedera:

• HBAR short-term target (1 week): $0.19-$0.22 range (+/-10% from current levels)
• Hedera medium-term forecast (1 month): $0.15-$0.25 consolidation zone
• Key level to break for bullish continuation: $0.25 (Bollinger Band upper resistance)
• Critical support if bearish: $0.21 (current pivot point and lower Bollinger Band)

Recent Hedera Price Predictions from Analysts
The landscape for HBAR price prediction shows stark divergence among analytical sources, reflecting the uncertainty surrounding Hedera's near-term direction. PricePredictions.com maintains an optimistic stance with their HBAR price target of $0.747211 for September 2025, representing a potential 255% gain from current levels. This bullish Hedera forecast relies on technical momentum indicators suggesting continued upward pressure.

Conversely, PriceForecastBot's AI-driven analysis presents a more cautious outlook, predicting HBAR could decline to $0.14732 within the next month—a 30% drop from current prices. This bearish prediction stems from historical data patterns that suggest corrective phases following recent gains.

CoinCodex takes the longest-term view with their HBAR price prediction extending to 2049, targeting $0.531223. While this ultra-long-term Hedera forecast carries low confidence due to the extended timeframe, it suggests underlying algorithmic models see potential for significant appreciation over decades.

The consensus reveals a classic technical setup where short-term bullish sentiment conflicts with medium-term bearish projections, often signaling major directional moves ahead.

HBAR Technical Analysis: Setting Up for Volatility Breakout
Current Hedera technical analysis reveals HBAR positioned precariously near multiple support confluences. The token trades at $0.21, precisely at both the Bollinger Band lower boundary and the identified pivot point, creating a make-or-break scenario for bulls and bears.

The RSI reading of 35.29 sits in neutral territory but leans toward oversold conditions, suggesting potential for a technical bounce. However, this must be weighed against the concerning MACD histogram reading of -0.0028, which indicates bearish momentum continues to build beneath the surface.

Most telling is HBAR's position relative to moving averages, with the current price sitting below the 7-day SMA ($0.23), 20-day SMA ($0.23), and 50-day SMA ($0.24). Only the 200-day SMA at $0.20 provides support below current levels, highlighting the precarious technical position.

The Stochastic indicators paint an extremely oversold picture with %K at 6.20 and %D at 16.82, historically levels where HBAR has found short-term bottoms. Trading volume of $57.8 million on Binance provides adequate liquidity for institutional moves but lacks the explosive volume typically seen during major breakouts.

Hedera Price Targets: Bull and Bear Scenarios
Bullish Case for HBAR
The optimistic HBAR price prediction scenario hinges on the $0.21 support level holding firm. Should buyers emerge at current levels, the initial HBAR price target sits at $0.25, representing the Bollinger Band upper boundary and immediate resistance zone.

A break above $0.25 with volume confirmation could trigger momentum toward the stronger resistance at $0.28, where sellers previously emerged. The ultimate bullish target aligns with PricePredictions.com's forecast near $0.75, though this would require a fundamental shift in market sentiment and likely broader crypto market strength.

For this bullish Hedera forecast to materialize, we need to see RSI climb above 50, MACD histogram turn positive, and most critically, a decisive break above the 20-day SMA at $0.23 with sustained volume.

Bearish Risk for Hedera
The bearish HBAR price prediction scenario becomes active if the $0.21 support fails to hold. An immediate downside target sits at $0.19, representing a measured move from the recent trading range breakdown.

More concerning would be a break below the 200-day SMA at $0.20, which could trigger algorithmic selling toward the $0.15 level identified by PriceForecastBot. This represents the most significant support zone below current levels and aligns with the 52-week low region at $0.13.

Risk factors supporting this bearish Hedera forecast include the ongoing MACD divergence, position below key moving averages, and broader cryptocurrency market uncertainty as we approach the final quarter of 2025.

Should You Buy HBAR Now? Entry Strategy
Current technical conditions suggest a wait-and-see approach for new HBAR positions. The most prudent strategy involves waiting for either a clear break above $0.23 (20-day SMA) for bullish entry or a break below $0.21 for potential bearish positioning.

Bullish Entry Strategy:
- Entry: $0.23-$0.24 on break above 20-day SMA with volume
- Stop-loss: $0.20 (below 200-day SMA)
- Initial target: $0.25-$0.28
- Risk-reward ratio: Approximately 1:2

Bearish/Accumulation Strategy:
- Wait for break below $0.21 for lower entry opportunities
- Accumulation zone: $0.15-$0.19
- Long-term target: $0.30+ (return to previous range highs)

Position sizing should remain conservative given the mixed signals, with no more than 2-3% of portfolio allocation until clearer directional bias emerges.

HBAR Price Prediction Conclusion
The current HBAR price prediction landscape reflects a cryptocurrency at an inflection point. Technical analysis suggests Hedera trades within a critical decision zone at $0.21, where the next major move will likely determine the medium-term trajectory.

Base Case Prediction (Medium Confidence): HBAR consolidates between $0.15-$0.25 through October 2025, with initial bias toward testing lower support before potential recovery.

Key Confirmation Signals:
- Bullish: Break above $0.23 with volume, RSI above 50
- Bearish: Break below $0.21, MACD histogram deeper negative

Timeline: The next 7-14 days should provide clarity on direction, with the monthly close in September serving as a critical technical milestone for longer-term positioning.

This Hedera forecast carries medium confidence due to conflicting signals, but the technical setup suggests significant volatility ahead as HBAR resolves its current consolidation pattern. Traders should monitor the $0.21 level closely, as its defense or breakdown will likely trigger the next major directional move in this closely-watched cryptocurrency.

Image source: Shutterstock

hbar price forcast
hbar price prediction

Why Trust CoinGape

CoinGape has covered the cryptocurrency industry since 2017, aiming to provide informative insights to our readers. Our journal analysts bring years of experience in market analysis and blockchain technology to ensure factual accuracy and balanced reporting. By following our Editorial Policy, our writers verify every source, fact-check each story, rely on reputable sources, and attribute quotes and media correctly. We also follow a rigorous Review Methodology when evaluating exchanges and tools. From emerging blockchain projects and coin launches to industry events and technical developments, we cover all facets of the digital asset space with unwavering commitment to timely, relevant information.

Plasma’s Tether backed mainnet launch sent XPL price up within a day. Its stablecoin DeFi position is strengthened with Binance, Aave and Chainlink integrations.

Binance Adds 280 Million Users to Plasma USDT And XPL
The introduction of the mainnet of Plasma caused significant enthusiasm among market players, with price of XPL gaining 52% in a day. Based on data from CoinMarketCap, XPL rose to $1.26 at the time of writing with a market capitalization of $2.28 million.

XPL climbed sharply after Plasma’s mainnet launch, signaling strong demand and investor confidence.
The quick increase in XPL price depicts more trading volume, increasing by more than 18,000% in the last 24 hours. With Tether backing and industry players supporting, the Plasma blockchain could become a central infrastructure for the next generation of digital finance. This comes as regulators like the CFTC explore stablecoin collateral in U.S. derivatives. This further highlights the growing role of stablecoins in global markets.

The world’s largest crypto exchange Binance added Plasma USDT through the Aave lending system addition to its Earn suite. It means more than 280 million Binance users can now access yield opportunities powered by Plasma, instantly expanding the network’s reach and adoption potential.

Chainlink stated that its CCIP, Data Steams and Data Feeds are compatible with Plasma by default. A separate XPL/USD Data Stream is also available. This can be used to power DeFi markets for XPL across more than 40 blockchains. This means developers building on Plasma or other connected chains can access secure pricing data and liquidity infrastructure for XPL.

The Chainlink data standard now supports XPL, the native token for the newly launched high-performance layer-1 blockchain, @PlasmaFDN.

Start integrating the XPL/USD Data Stream to build highly secure, efficient DeFi markets for Plasma’s token across 40+ chains. https://t.co/DnQkIpd0hD pic.twitter.com/oIsty7RMNA

— Chainlink (@chainlink) September 25, 2025

Tether Backing and Key Positions Arrange Plasma As A Future DeFi Powerhouse
Furthermore, Tether said USDT0 and XAUT0 are already live on Plasma blockchain. This makes it the number one blockchain based on the USDT0 circulating supply.

XPL’s sharp price rise from $0.83 earlier in the day to $1.26 demonstrates the huge demand the project has generated since launch. The rapid rise is a sign that retail investors and large companies are making an attempt to invest early on before more adoption milestones and further price increases.

Plasma has Binance, Aave, and Chainlink support. Hence, it is a ready-to-expand ecosystem since it has the infrastructure needed to accomplish this growth.

The platform could soon be a core layer for the stablecoin and tokenized assets market because of the support from Tether, DeFi infrastructure and oracle help. If adoption picks up, Plasma may overtake popular blockchains in stablecoin transactions and DeFi applications soon.

Investment disclaimer: The content reflects the author’s personal views and current market conditions. Please conduct your own research before investing in cryptocurrencies, as neither the author nor the publication is responsible for any financial losses.

Ad Disclosure: This site may feature sponsored content and affiliate links. All advertisements are clearly labeled, and ad partners have no influence over our editorial content.

The on-chain ecosystem of Ethereum has recently been rocked by a wave of scams and rug pulls, creating a period that many are describing as a bloodbath. While the underlying technology of the ETH blockchain remains robust and secure, the sheer volume of malicious projects and deceptive schemes is taking a significant toll on retail investor confidence.

Is Ethereum Still The Home Of DeFi Innovation?
The Ethereum on-chain ecosystem has been plagued by scams and rug pulls, resulting in significant financial losses and, more importantly, a decline in retail investor confidence. Analyst known as Fat Tony on X  has expressed deep frustration that BOOE hasn’t gotten more support from Ethereum’s own community, possibly due to the wave of malicious acts on the ETH ecosystem.

He highlighted the Book of Ethereum (BOOE) as an exemplary project that embodies what ETH is supposed to stand for and distinguishes itself through several key characteristics. No Paid KOLs as the project has not relied on paid crypto influencers for promotion, which is a common tactic used by fraudulent projects to pump their tokens. 

With a resilient community, BOOE has built its foundation on a strong and organic community, a sign of a project with genuine, grassroots support. A generous team, which he praises for its generosity and ethical approach, stands in stark contrast to the greed of scam artists.

Furthermore, Tony notes that numerous high-profile ETH founders and accounts are interacting with the project, which, in his view, is becoming expected at this point. Thus, he encourages the ETH community to support BOOE, which actually stands for something, and to move away from a speculative mindset of max extraction with zero vision.

How The ETH Ecosystem Must Fight Back
While scams and rug pulls are eroding retail confidence, investor Sassal0x, founder of Thedailygwei, has also revealed a scathing critique of Ethereum’s competitor chains, accusing them of engaging in a desperate strategy of lawfare to stifle the growth of ETH’s Layer 2 solutions. In his view, this is not a sign of strength but a clear admission of weakness.

According to Sassal0x, the overwhelming adoption of ETH L2s demonstrates their superiority in the free market, a reality that has left competitors with no viable path to challenge ETH’s dominance.

The analyst notes that this new, underhanded strategy comes after a long period of failed FUD (fear, uncertainty, and doubt) campaigns. Since misinformation has proven ineffective in slowing down L2 growth, competitors are now resorting to using nation-state governments to kill their competition.

As a result, Sassal0x concludes with a powerful call to action for the Ethereum community. Instead of being complacent, the ETH ecosystem must fight back against this as much as we can.

ETH trading at $4,000 on the 1D chart | Source: ETHUSDT on Tradingview.com
Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview.com

XRP’s DeFi utility sparks as mXRP vaults nears $20 million Oluwapelumi Adejumo · 8 seconds ago · 2 min read

mXRP's swift adoption underscores investor eagerness to unlock fresh utility for long dormant XRP.

2 min read

Updated: Sep. 25, 2025 at 11:00 pm UTC

Cover art/illustration via CryptoSlate. Image includes combined content which may include AI-generated content.

XRP holders eager for yield opportunities have quickly embraced mXRP, the first liquid staking token native to the token’s ecosystem.

On Sept. 25, blockchain infrastructure provider Axelar revealed that the product’s initial vault of 6.5 million tokens filled within two days of launch, forcing it to raise the cap to 10 million.

Notably, the total value of assets locked in the vault amounts to nearly $20 million.

Total Value of Assets Locked in mXRP Vault (Source: Axelar)This swift expansion highlights pent-up demand from investors seeking to put dormant XRP to work through decentralized finance.

What is mXRP?mXRP is designed to unlock fresh utility for XRP, which has remained idle for years despite being one of crypto’s oldest assets.

Built on the XRP Ledger’s Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) sidechain, the token allows users to stake XRP through Midas, a tokenization platform. In return, they receive a wrapped representation—mXRP—that can earn targeted annual yields of up to 8%.

The process begins when XRP is bridged to the sidechain and deposited into tokenized vaults. Those deposits are then allocated into yield strategies overseen by independent managers, known as “risk curators.”

At launch, Hyperithm took on that role, directing capital into market-making and liquidity provisioning activities.

The performance of these strategies flows back into the value of mXRP itself, ensuring that holders see returns directly in the token they own.

Midas co-founder and CEO Dennis Dinkelmeyer framed the initiative to mobilize long-dormant capital.

According to him:

“Much of the XRP supply has been dormant for years; mXRP provides a transparent mechanism for users to access onchain strategies.”

Expanding XRP’s role in DeFiMeanwhile, the project reflects a broader movement to make XRP more versatile within decentralized markets.

XRP’s DeFi ecosystem pales significantly compared to rivals like Ethereum, which have hundreds of billions in total value locked.

Considering this, Sergey Gorbunov, co-founder of Axelar, emphasized that the protocol’s cross-chain framework allows XRP, which is traditionally confined to its own ledger, to interact with DeFi applications across multiple blockchains.

Notably, other initiatives are pushing in the same direction, evidenced by the recent launch of Flare Network’s FXRP.

FXRP allows XRP to be used in lending, liquidity pools, and other DeFi applications without sacrificing exposure to the underlying asset.

Mentioned in this articleLatest XRP StoriesLatest Alpha Market Report

BlackRock has filed for a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, a covered-call fund to offer yield, expanding its suite of crypto products after the success of its spot Bitcoin and Ether funds.

Gemini predicts XRP could reach $20 by late 2025, SHIB up to 8.5× in a broad rally, and SOL up to $1,000. Bitcoin has hit $124,128, the Fed has cut 0.25%, Trump has signed the GENIUS Act on stablecoin reserves, and SEC has launched Project Crypto, as ETF speculation around Solana has intensified.

BlackRock has filed for a Bitcoin premium income ETF in Delaware. The application was submitted today. The goal is to launch a fund that pays investors income using premiums tied to Bitcoin.

This isn’t the same kind of product as their earlier spot Bitcoin ETF. It’s built to hand out actual income, not track the price of Bitcoin.

This filing follows the success of BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, known as IBIT, which reached $90 billion in assets by September, and now controls 60% of the U.S. Bitcoin ETF market. Both BlackRock’s Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs have achieved over $260 million in annual revenue within two years.

BlackRock shifts focus to Bitcoin income generation
The new fund is built for yield-focused investors; people who want income, not just exposure to Bitcoin’s price. That’s different from IBIT, which only follows Bitcoin’s price movements. This premium income ETF will likely use Bitcoin-linked strategies to generate steady payouts. A BlackRock statement said, “Investors are looking for ways to benefit from Bitcoin while minimizing price volatility.”

The company has already raked in serious cash from its crypto lineup. Its Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs pulled in $260 million in yearly revenue, and that was in under two years. And BlackRock didn’t stop at launching ETFs. It’s been adding crypto to its model portfolios too. They’re now allocating 1% to 2% of those portfolios to Bitcoin, giving regular investors small but steady exposure to digital assets.

The new income-focused ETF also targets a different type of investor than their previous products, and instead of tracking value, this ETF will focus on generating returns from Bitcoin premiums, which could come from covered call strategies or similar income-producing methods.

BlackRock’s statement continued, “There’s a growing class of investors who want to access Bitcoin’s potential without being exposed to its full volatility.” The firm said this new fund was made to meet that demand directly.

Get seen where it counts. Advertise in Cryptopolitan Research and reach crypto’s sharpest investors and builders.

The cryptocurrency market faced a sharp downturn Thursday, with major tokens tumbling in U.S. afternoon trading. Bitcoin (BTC) dropped below $109,000, marking its weakest level in nearly a month after briefly holding above $109,486 earlier in the session. The decline puts BTC on track to retest late August and early September lows, when it bottomed just above $107,000. Analysts suggest this support zone may provide short-term relief as liquidity clusters appear in order books.

Ethereum (ETH) also faced heavy selling pressure, plunging 8% in 24 hours to near $3,800. The world’s second-largest cryptocurrency has now shed 22% since reaching record highs last month, erasing gains made since early August. Solana (SOL), recently trading above $250, slumped below $200, extending its losses with another 8% drop. The broader CoinDesk 20 Index fell 6%, highlighting widespread weakness across digital assets.

The sell-off sparked a wave of liquidations in the derivatives market. According to CoinGlass, over $1.1 billion worth of leveraged crypto positions were wiped out in just 24 hours. ETH led the bloodbath with $400 million in long positions liquidated, followed by BTC with $265 million. The forced unwinding added to downward momentum as leveraged traders were flushed from the market.

Crypto-related equities also took a hit. MicroStrategy (MSTR), the largest corporate holder of bitcoin, plunged nearly 10% to a five-month low, erasing its 2025 gains and slipping 1.5% year-to-date. Bitcoin mining firms such as MARA Holdings (MARA) and Riot Platforms (RIOT), along with ether-focused firms Bitmine (BMNR) and Sharplink Gaming (SBET), fell between 7–8%.

With crypto sentiment shaken, traders are watching whether BTC’s support near $107,000 holds. A decisive break below could trigger deeper corrections, while a rebound may provide temporary relief in this volatile market.

<Copyright ⓒ TokenPost, unauthorized reproduction and redistribution prohibited>

Gold advocate and long-time crypto critic Peter Schiff has issued a dire warning, claiming the digital asset market is heading not for another “crypto winter,” but a full-blown “crypto ice age.” According to Schiff, the recent crash signals the end of recovery cycles, meaning there will be no new “crypto spring” for investors hoping for a rebound.

The warning comes amid a sharp market sell-off. Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, has dropped by 4% in the past 24 hours, while altcoins have seen even steeper declines. Ethereum, the second-largest digital asset, tumbled below the $4,000 level and has lost about 20% in a single week. Schiff was quick to highlight Ethereum’s fall, pointing to it as evidence of his long-standing bearish outlook.

Other major cryptocurrencies also suffered heavy losses, with Solana and Dogecoin down nearly 10%. Data from CoinGecko shows that $1.04 billion worth of positions were liquidated in just 24 hours, underscoring the severity of the downturn.

The sell-off is not isolated to crypto markets. U.S. equities are also struggling, with major indexes set to close lower for a third consecutive day. Stronger-than-expected GDP growth and falling jobless claims have reduced expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts this year. This shift has put added pressure on risk assets like Bitcoin, despite its recent lower correlation with stocks.

Schiff also targeted Bitcoin treasury firms such as MicroStrategy (MSTR), whose shares have already plunged by 45% from their peak. He suggested that these companies may struggle to survive if the crypto bear market intensifies, calling the outlook “brutal.”

As investors weigh Schiff’s forecast of a “crypto ice age,” the broader market faces mounting uncertainty, with both economic conditions and regulatory shifts adding fuel to the volatility.

<Copyright ⓒ TokenPost, unauthorized reproduction and redistribution prohibited>

Peter Zhang
Sep 25, 2025 21:23

APT price prediction shows bearish momentum targeting $3.64 short-term. Technical analysis indicates oversold conditions may provide bounce opportunity near $3.92 support.

APT Price Prediction: Technical Analysis Points to Further Downside
With Aptos trading at $3.97 after a sharp 6.98% decline in 24 hours, the technical landscape suggests more downside pressure ahead. Multiple analyst forecasts align on bearish targets, while key technical indicators confirm weakening momentum for the Layer 1 blockchain token.

APT Price Prediction Summary
• APT short-term target (1 week): $3.64 (-8.3% from current levels)
• Aptos medium-term forecast (1 month): $3.40-$4.20 range with high volatility expected
• Key level to break for bullish continuation: $4.43 (critical resistance confluence)
• Critical support if bearish: $3.92 (current strong support, 52-week low area)

Recent Aptos Price Predictions from Analysts
The latest APT price prediction consensus from leading analysts shows remarkable alignment on bearish short-term targets. CoinCodex projects a $3.62 price target based on 77% of technical indicators flashing negative signals, while Changelly's Aptos forecast also points to $3.64 in the near term.

This analyst convergence around the $3.60-$3.64 zone creates a high-probability target, especially given that both predictions emerged independently within days of each other. The bearish sentiment reflects broader technical deterioration, with key support levels at $4.43, $4.28, and $4.18 already broken.

APT Technical Analysis: Setting Up for Continued Decline
The Aptos technical analysis reveals multiple bearish signals converging simultaneously. The RSI at 34.62 sits in neutral territory but trending lower, while the MACD histogram at -0.0482 confirms accelerating bearish momentum. Most concerning is APT's position at -0.15 relative to the Bollinger Bands, indicating the token is trading below the lower band—a classic oversold signal that often precedes further selling.

The moving average structure tells a clear story of deteriorating trend strength. APT trades below all major moving averages, with the SMA 7 at $4.37, SMA 20 at $4.44, and SMA 200 at $4.88 all acting as dynamic resistance. The distance from the 52-week high of $9.75 stands at a brutal -59.25%, highlighting the extent of the correction.

Volume analysis supports the bearish thesis, with the 24-hour trading volume of $31.2 million on Binance suggesting sustained selling interest rather than capitulation.

Aptos Price Targets: Bull and Bear Scenarios
Bullish Case for APT
For bulls to regain control, APT must first reclaim the $4.43 level, which represents the confluence of recent support breakdown and the 50% Fibonacci retracement. The APT price target for a bullish reversal scenario would be $4.78 (immediate resistance), followed by $5.15 (strong resistance).

A move above $4.43 would invalidate the current bearish Aptos forecast and potentially trigger short covering toward the $4.66-$4.87 range. However, this scenario requires significant volume confirmation and broader crypto market support.

Bearish Risk for Aptos
The primary bearish APT price prediction scenario targets the $3.64 level within 7 days, aligning with analyst consensus. A break below the critical $3.92 support (current 52-week low) would open the door to $3.40-$3.50, representing additional 14-17% downside.

The Stochastic indicators (%K at 6.72, %D at 11.11) suggest APT is deeply oversold, but momentum can remain bearish longer than fundamentals suggest reasonable.

Should You Buy APT Now? Entry Strategy
The current technical setup suggests a "buy or sell APT" decision favors waiting for better entry points. Aggressive traders might consider small positions near $3.92 support with tight stop-losses at $3.85, targeting a bounce to $4.20-$4.30.

Conservative investors should wait for either:
- A clear break and hold above $4.43 for bullish confirmation
- A capitulation move to $3.40-$3.50 for deep value accumulation

Risk management is crucial given the 22-cent daily ATR, suggesting 5-6% daily moves are normal. Position sizing should reflect this volatility, with stop-losses no wider than $0.15-$0.20 from entry points.

APT Price Prediction Conclusion
The technical evidence strongly supports the bearish APT price prediction targeting $3.64 within one week, with medium confidence given the analyst consensus and technical confirmation. The Aptos forecast remains challenging through October, with the $3.40-$4.20 range likely containing price action.

Key indicators to monitor for prediction validation include:
- RSI holding below 40 (bearish momentum continuation)
- MACD histogram remaining negative
- Volume confirmation on any breakdown below $3.92

The timeline for this APT price target extends 5-7 trading days, with the monthly Aptos forecast suggesting range-bound action between $3.40-$4.20 until technical structure improves or fundamental catalysts emerge.

Image source: Shutterstock

apt price forcast
apt price prediction