Ethereum price prediction: Third-party price target

Your Ethereum price prediction resource for 2025 onward, with analyst outlooks, price targets and CFD trading strategies on Capital.com

By Dan Mitchell and Monte Safieddine13:52 (UTC), 8 July 2025 Updated

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Ethereum, launched in 2015 by Vitalik Buterin and others, is a leading smart contract blockchain with ether (ETH) consistently ranking as the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap. As the network evolves through upgrades, expanding use cases, and the rise of crypto ETFs, ETH’s price outlook remains a key focus.

Below, we explore third-party Ethereum price predictions for 2025 and beyond, along with potential price drivers and the risks and potential rewards of trading the asset.

Ethereum price prediction for 2025 and beyond

As of 27 June 2025, Ethereum price predictions for 2025 and beyond indicate a varied but cautiously optimistic outlook for the coming years, driven by adoption trends, technological advancements and market dynamics.

Trading Economics, in its latest forecast, expected ETH to decline to approximately $2,394 by the close of Q2 2025, before sliding further to around $2,322.34 over the next 12 months, suggesting cautious near-term sentiment.

Conversely, Benzinga remained relatively bullish, forecasting ETH’s average price at $4,054 for 2025, ranging between $2,061 and $6,000. However, optimism tempered in 2026 with a predicted $2,563 average in 2026 and $2,312 in 2027, before rebounding once more to approximately $4,833 by 2029, indicating significant price volatility.

Changelly provided an ETH prediction table, projecting a $2,628.85 average ether price for 2025 – trading between a $2,505.55 minimum, and a $2,752 maximum. Its 2026 outlook indicated a $5,046.12 average price, which increased annually to $17,428.17 by 2029.

CoinCodex predicted ETH would average $3,401.63 in 2025, with a $2,448 low and $4,551.64 high. Growing steadily to $4,463 in 2026, and $5,809.60 by 2029.

Capital.com’s head of research, Monte Safieddine, emphasised the significance of regulatory changes for cryptocurrency prices, particularly ETH. He said: ‘Updates on the US regulatory front have been a positive for digital currencies, but there have been a couple of key factors seen as speed bumps in reaching the many optimistic targets that crypto enthusiasts have put out there, namely (1) tariffs and (2) geopolitical escalations that have seen risk appetite drop in the financial markets.’

Safieddine further noted: ‘Given that, at times, cryptocurrencies tend to fall at the furthest end of the risk spectrum, it’s no surprise seeing altcoins like Ethereum (ETH) struggling. It also doesn’t help that ETH/BTC back in April reached lows unseen since early 2020 before recovering a bit, net giving Bitcoin (BTC) a healthier focus within the crypto sphere.

‘As for mid-term price action, it’s managing to recover off key support levels but has yet to break above a key trend line.’

Remember that price forecasts are often wrong, and third-party analysts’ expectations may change at any time. Past performance isn’t a reliable indicator of future results.

Ethereum price prediction 2030 and beyond

ETH price predictions beyond 2030 are varied, with analysts and algorithmic forecasting services, such as Wallet Investor and Gov Capital, predicting a wildly divergent range of potential outcomes.

	2030
	Low	Average	High
Wallet Investor	$1642.92	£3209.56	$4744.07
Benzinga	$1,697	$3,304	$6,320
CoinCodex	$ 6,165.63	$6,258.19	$6,367.80
Gov Capital	$11,142.58	$13,537.63	$16,471.43
Changelly	$24,819.38	$25,516.58	$29,529.17

Changelly projected annual increases, reaching up to $190,655.08 for 2040 and $248,975.33 for 2050 – ranging between $228,447 and $260,087.

CoinCodex predicted that, by 2040, ETH would reach highs of $9,479.24 and lows of $8,981.44, averaging $9,183.06. By 2050, this increased by around 63%, to an average of $14,959, within a band of $14,170 and $16,088.

Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

Ethereum price drivers

Ethereum’s price is shaped by a mix of internal developments and external market forces. From evolving blockchain technology to shifting regulations and global macroeconomic trends, several key factors can influence demand, investor sentiment, and ultimately, ETH’s value. Below are some of the main drivers to watch.

Market competition

Ethereum faces stiff competition from faster and cheaper blockchains such as Solana, Binance Smart Chain, and Avalanche.

Regulatory changes

Favourable regulations, such as clear guidelines for DeFi, NFTs, and staking, can boost Ethereum's adoption and attract institutional investment. Stricter rules, such as bans on cryptocurrency trading (eg, in China) or limitations on DeFi activities, can reduce demand for Ethereum, potentially affecting its price.

Technological advancements

The transition to proof-of-stake (PoS) and ongoing improvements (like sharding and rollups) aim to reduce energy consumption, lower gas fees, and improve transaction throughput. These upgrades directly impact investor confidence and adoption.

Macroeconomic indicators

Interest rates, inflation, and global market conditions affect Ethereum, as with traditional investments. In times of high liquidity, investors tend to allocate a greater portion of their portfolio toward risk-on assets. This includes altcoins and crypto derivatives, including ETH CFDs, such as ETH/USD, ETH/BTC, ETH/EUR, and ETH/GBP.

BTC sentiment and crypto trends

As with most cryptocurrencies, ETH's price has historically been influenced by BTC's price movements – reflecting broader cryptocurrency market sentiment and trends.

Ethereum price history

Ethereum launched in July 2015 following an ICO that priced ether (ETH) at around $0.75. It hit an all-time low of $0.4209 that October.

ETH surged in 2017, peaking near $800 amid ICO hype and smart contract adoption, then hit a high of $1,400 in early 2018 before collapsing below $100 as the ICO bubble burst.

Between 2019 and 2020, ETH ranged between $100–$300, lifted by DeFi growth and anticipation of Ethereum 2.0. By December 2020, it climbed to $750.

The token reached an all-time high of $4,878 in November 2021, fuelled by NFT mania, DeFi expansion, and the EIP-1559 upgrade.

In 2022, ETH dropped to around $1,000 after the Terra Luna and FTX crashes. By 2023, it stabilised between $1,500 and $2,000, supported by the move to proof-of-stake via The Merge.

2024 and 2025 price action

Ether opened 2024 at approximately $3,777, briefly climbing to around $4,107 before declining amid increased regulatory scrutiny, global economic uncertainty and cooling investor enthusiasm for risk assets. It reached a low near $2,123 during mid-year volatility but closed the year at around $3,333, reflecting some recovery tied to renewed optimism around crypto adoption and technological developments.

In 2025, ETH began the year trading near $3,332 but faced considerable volatility, dropping as low as around $1,387 amid persistent regulatory pressures, macroeconomic headwinds and competition from alternative layer-1 blockchains. Despite these challenges, Ethereum’s token recovered to highs of approximately $3,744 – supported by continued innovation in DeFi, growth of Ethereum-based layer-2 solutions, and broader institutional interest.

As of 26 June 2025, Ethereum is trading at approximately $2,416, down around 27.5% year-to-date but showing resilience relative to previous lows.

Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

Ethereum trading strategies to consider

To manage risk and respond to the volatility in ether (ETH) CFD markets requires a structured trading strategy, aligned to your individual needs and adapted to market conditions. Here are some approaches:

Day trading

Day trading involves rapidly opening and closing ether CFD positions within the same day to capitalise on short-term price fluctuations.

Swing trading

Swing traders hold Ethereum positions over days or weeks, targeting profits from price swings.

Trend trading

Trend traders identify and follow Ethereum's long-term price directions. Positions are held over weeks or even months.

Position trading

Position trading involves holding Ethereum positions for extended periods, from weeks to several months.

No strategy guarantees returns, but applying consistent methods, risk controls, and ongoing analysis supports better informed decision-making.

Find out more about potential strategies across asset classes with our trading strategy guides.

Risks and rewards of trading ETH

Cryptocurrency CFD trading presents both significant opportunities and substantial risks. Understanding these aspects is crucial for making informed decisions.

Education: study market fundamentals, technical analysis, and risk management tools.

Diversification: spread your CFD portfolio across multiple cryptocurrencies and asset classes to reduce exposure to one failing asset.

Risk management tools: Use stop-loss orders, position sizing, and hedging strategies.

Long-term perspective: Combine short-term trading with long-term investment strategies like dollar-cost averaging.

Emotional discipline: Avoid impulsive decisions driven by market hype or fear of missing out (FOMO).

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FAQs

Is ether a good long-term investment?

Ethereum (ETH) is chosen by some as a long-term investment due to its central role in powering smart contracts, DeFi, and many blockchain applications. Its transition to a more energy-efficient proof-of-stake model and potential deflationary supply support this view. However, like all cryptocurrencies, it remains highly volatile. Always do your own research and never invest more than you can afford to lose.

Is ethereum a good long-term investment?

Ethereum is often considered a strong long-term investment due to its unique position in the blockchain ecosystem, though it comes with risks inherent to the volatile cryptocurrency market.

However, it is down to you to carry out your own thorough research before making an investment decision – particularly as to whether a coin or token is right for you and your portfolio. Even high market cap cryptocurrencies have proved vulnerable to bear markets – so investors should be prepared for losses, rather than just expecting gains, and should never spend more than they can afford to lose.

How high can ethereum go?

According to some analyses, by 2030, Ethereum's price could rise significantly, potentially surpassing $10,000 and possibly reaching $17,658 in some models. This growth depends on adoption in sectors such as DeFi, Web3 and NFTs, as well as its ability to scale through upgrades such as sharding. Conduct your own research on a coin or token to determine whether it fits your investment portfolio. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

Is it worth investing in ethereum?

Whether you should invest in Ether is a decision only you can make. Conduct thorough research and never invest more capital than you can afford to lose, because prices can go down as well as up.